Ingredient

Natural Hickory Smoke

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use natural hickory smoke to impart a smoky flavor and aroma to foods. …

What it is

Natural hickory smoke is created by burning hickory wood. It is captured and condensed into a liquid or powder form. This process concentrates the flavor and aroma compounds from the wood smoke.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use natural hickory smoke to impart a smoky flavor and aroma to foods. It is often used in processed meats, cheeses, sauces, and snacks to mimic the taste of traditionally smoked foods without the need for actual smoking.

Health notes

Natural hickory smoke is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated smoke flavorings. While some studies have looked into compounds found in smoke, typical intake levels from food are not associated with adverse health effects. Concerns about polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) exist, but levels in approved smoke flavorings are regulated.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. It is derived from wood, not one of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Natural Hickory Smoke

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PALAZZINA Palazzina, Hand Wrapped Smoked Mozzarella Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 321kcal 21.4Protein 25Fat 3.6Carbs GOOD FOOD MADE SIMPLE BBQ Pulled Pork Entree Wrap Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 212kcal 8.8Protein 5.9Fat 31.8Carbs Holland Family Cheese, LLC Smoked Gouda, Smoked Cheese High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 446kcal 28.6Protein 35.7Fat 0Carbs Entertainment Production House Inc. Mild Sweet BBQ Rub, Mild Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 50Carbs

Protos, Inc. Turkey Snack Stick, Maple Brown Sugar Other Snacks High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 238kcal 33.3Protein 7.1Fat 14.3Carbs TRZ Marketing Hickory Bacon BBQ Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 91kcal 0Protein 0Fat 21.2Carbs Table5, Inc. Table 5, Vicola Cornmeal Crust Mushroom Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 280kcal 8.5Protein 13.6Fat 31.4Carbs Redlaw Sauce Co. Redlaw Sauce Co., Barbecue Sauce, Blueberry Ghost Pepper, Blueberry Ghost Pepper Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 107kcal 0Protein 0Fat 28.6Carbs Lee-Thompson-Fawcett Company Sauce, Chipotle Apple Raspberry Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 200kcal 0Protein 0Fat 55Carbs Greenridge Farm, Inc. BBQ Sauce, Sweet & Tangy Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 179kcal 0Protein 0Fat 46.4Carbs Greenridge Farm, Inc. BBQ Sauce, Hot & Spicy Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 214kcal 0Protein 0Fat 50Carbs Greenridge Farm, Inc. BBQ Sauce, Spicy Mustard Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 161kcal 0Protein 0Fat 39.3Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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