Ingredient

Natural Smoke

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use natural smoke to add a smoky flavor and aroma to foods like …

What it is

Natural smoke is a gas produced by burning wood. It is captured and condensed into a liquid or powder form for use in food. This process imparts a smoky flavor and aroma without direct exposure to smoke.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use natural smoke to add a smoky flavor and aroma to foods like cheese, meats, and fish. It can also be used to enhance the taste of snacks and sauces. It functions primarily as a flavor ingredient.

Health notes

Natural smoke is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring. It is considered safe at typical consumption levels. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated smoke flavorings, and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has also reviewed their safety. While some studies have raised questions about compounds found in smoke, regulatory bodies have deemed them safe for use as flavoring agents when produced according to standards.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Natural Smoke

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KING'S CHOICE King's Choice, Gouda Style Pasteurized Processed Smoked Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 300kcal 20Protein 26.7Fat 0Carbs Pepper, Uncured Ham & Cheddar Uncured Smoked Ham, Sharp Cheddar Cheese And Green & Red Bell Peppers In An Egg Custard Omelet Breakfast Bites, Pepper, Uncured Ham & Cheddar WHOLE & SIMPLE Pepper, Uncured Ham & Cheddar Uncured Smoked Ham, Sharp Cheddar Cheese And Green & Red Bell Peppers In An Egg Custard Omelet Breakfast Bites, Pepper, Uncured Ham & Cheddar Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 68% DV per serving 216kcal 11.7Protein 14.4Fat 3.6Carbs Smoke House Creamy Jack Cheese Sierra Nevada Cheese Co. Smoke House Creamy Jack Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 357kcal 28.6Protein 28.6Fat 0Carbs Dutch Cheese Makers Corp Dutch Classic Smoked Gouda With Jalapeno Cheese, Dutch Classic Jalapeno Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 318kcal 21.4Protein 25Fat 3.6Carbs Canadian Fish Exporters Inc. Cedar Bay Grilling Company Ltd., Cedar Planked Atlantic Salmon Applewood With Orange & Ginger, Cedar Bay Grilling Company Ltd., Cedar Planked Atlantic Salmon Applewood With Orange & Ginger Frozen Fish & Seafood 212kcal 18.6Protein 13.3Fat 4.4Carbs Jo's Candies LLC Jo's Candies, Milk Smoked Salt Chocolates, Caramels, Caramels Chocolate High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 441kcal 5.9Protein 20.6Fat 70.6Carbs McIlhenny Company Smoked Salmon Spread, Maple Original Butter & Spread 321kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 7.1Carbs Smoked Norwegian Salmon Sliced Ahold USA, Inc. Smoked Norwegian Salmon Sliced Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 179kcal 21.4Protein 10.7Fat 1.8Carbs Turkey Snack Stick, Applewood Protos, Inc. Turkey Snack Stick, Applewood Other Snacks High in sodium — 27% DV per serving 214kcal 33.3Protein 6.0Fat 4.8Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Hickory Smoked Turkey Breast Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts 89kcal 19.6Protein 0Fat 1.8Carbs McIlhenny Company Spread, Smoked Whitefish Butter & Spread 321kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 7.1Carbs Artisan Made Foods LLC Mild Smoked Gouda Dip Dips & Salsa 333kcal 20Protein 30Fat 0Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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