Natural Identical Flavor
What is Natural Identical Flavor?
A natural identical flavor is a substance that is chemically identical to a flavor found in nature but is produced synthetically in a lab. It is made to mimic the taste and aroma of natural ingredients. These flavors are often created through chemical synthesis or biotechnology.
Is Natural Identical Flavor vegan?
Natural Identical Flavor is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Natural Identical Flavor gluten-free?
They do not contain gluten.
Is Natural Identical Flavor a major allergen?
Natural identical flavors are not derived from major allergens.
What is Natural Identical Flavor used for?
Manufacturers use natural identical flavors to enhance or impart specific tastes and smells to food products.
Is Natural Identical Flavor safe?
In the U.S., natural identical flavors are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use natural identical flavors to enhance or impart specific tastes and smells to food products. They are commonly found in candies, beverages, baked goods, and dairy products, providing consistent flavor profiles.
Health notes
In the U.S., natural identical flavors are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. International bodies like JECFA have also evaluated many flavorings. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming these flavors at typical levels found in food.
Allergen info
Natural identical flavors are not derived from major allergens. They do not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Natural Identical Flavor
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Mango Juice Drink
45kcal
0Protein
0Fat
11.5Carbs
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Cinnamon Flavored Hard Candy, Cinnamon
High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving
412kcal
0Protein
0Fat
100Carbs
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Raspberry, Macadamia Nut, Creme Fraiche, Hazelnut Coffee Variety Garden Ganache Chocolates, Raspberry, Macadamia Nut, Creme Fraiche, Hazelnut Coffee
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
450kcal
5Protein
35Fat
35Carbs
Krinos Foods Inc.
Hard Candy, Ouzo
412kcal
0Protein
0Fat
100Carbs
Catskill Mountain Coffee
Lemon Plantain Chips, Lemon
536kcal
3.6Protein
28.6Fat
64.3Carbs
International Provisions, Inc.
Barbecue Flavor Pork Skins, Barbecue
536kcal
60.7Protein
32.1Fat
3.6Carbs
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