Ingredient

Natural Orange Flavor

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add natural orange flavor to impart or enhance the taste of oranges in …

What is Natural Orange Flavor?

Natural orange flavor is a flavoring substance derived from the peel or juice of oranges. It is created by extracting aromatic compounds from the fruit, often using methods like steam distillation or cold pressing. These extracts capture the characteristic scent and taste of oranges.

Is Natural Orange Flavor vegan?

Natural Orange Flavor is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Natural Orange Flavor gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Natural Orange Flavor a major allergen?

Natural orange flavor is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens.

What is Natural Orange Flavor used for?

Manufacturers add natural orange flavor to impart or enhance the taste of oranges in a wide variety of food products.

Is Natural Orange Flavor safe?

In the U.S., natural orange flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add natural orange flavor to impart or enhance the taste of oranges in a wide variety of food products. It is commonly found in baked goods like cookies and cakes, as well as in jams, jellies, chocolate confections, beverages, and dairy products.

Health notes

In the U.S., natural orange flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated flavorings, and EFSA also assesses food additives. At typical consumption levels found in food, natural orange flavor is not associated with adverse health effects. There are no widespread controversies or significant health concerns linked to its use.

Allergen info

Natural orange flavor is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Natural Orange Flavor

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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