Ingredient

Natural Hickory Smoker Flavor

Source
Unknown
Not yet classified by editors
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add this ingredient to provide a smoky flavor, similar to foods cooked over …

What is Natural Hickory Smoker Flavor?

Natural hickory smoker flavor is made by capturing the smoke produced when burning hickory wood. This smoke is then processed to extract its aromatic compounds, which give foods a smoky taste and aroma without direct exposure to smoke.

Is Natural Hickory Smoker Flavor gluten-free?

Natural hickory smoker flavor is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens and does not contain gluten.

What is Natural Hickory Smoker Flavor used for?

Manufacturers add this ingredient to provide a smoky flavor, similar to foods cooked over a wood fire.

Is Natural Hickory Smoker Flavor safe?

Natural hickory smoker flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add this ingredient to provide a smoky flavor, similar to foods cooked over a wood fire. It is commonly found in sauces like ketchup, mustard, and barbecue sauce, as well as in marinades and processed meats.

Health notes

Natural hickory smoker flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring. Regulatory bodies like JECFA have evaluated flavorings but do not typically set specific ADIs for natural flavors. There is no widespread controversy regarding its use at typical levels in food. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming foods with natural hickory smoker flavor.

Allergen info

Natural hickory smoker flavor is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens and does not contain gluten. Not a major allergen.

Foods that contain Natural Hickory Smoker Flavor

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Last updated: October 5, 2026

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