Ingredient

Natural Spearmint Flavor

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use natural spearmint flavor to impart a fresh, minty taste to a wide …

What is Natural Spearmint Flavor?

Natural spearmint flavor is derived from the spearmint plant (Mentha spicata). It captures the characteristic aroma and taste of spearmint through extraction and distillation processes.

Is Natural Spearmint Flavor vegan?

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

Is Natural Spearmint Flavor gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Natural Spearmint Flavor a major allergen?

Natural spearmint flavor is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens.

What is Natural Spearmint Flavor used for?

Manufacturers use natural spearmint flavor to impart a fresh, minty taste to a wide variety of products.

Is Natural Spearmint Flavor safe?

Natural spearmint flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use natural spearmint flavor to impart a fresh, minty taste to a wide variety of products. It is commonly found in beverages like teas and lemonades, as well as in confectionery items such as chewing gum and mints.

Health notes

Natural spearmint flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated flavoring substances, and this ingredient is permitted for use. At typical consumption levels found in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects. Evidence does not suggest significant health concerns related to its use as a flavoring.

Allergen info

Natural spearmint flavor is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Natural Spearmint Flavor

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Jellied Mint Sauce With Mint Leaves World Finer Foods, Inc. Jellied Mint Sauce With Mint Leaves Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 278kcal 0Protein 0Fat 72.2Carbs Zellie's, Naturally Sugar Free Mints, Spearmint, Spearmint Zellies Inc. Zellie's, Naturally Sugar Free Mints, Spearmint, Spearmint Chewing Gum & Mints 200kcal 0Protein 0Fat 100Carbs Redco Foods, Inc. Green Tea, Soothing Mint Tea Bags 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Pap's Fine Products Fresh & Easy, Just Squeezed Lemonade Drink, Cucumber & Mint, Cucumber & Mint Other Drinks 50kcal 0Protein 0Fat 12.9Carbs Pap's Fine Products Fresh & Easy, Squeezed Lemonade, Cucumber & Mint, Cucumber & Mint Soda 50kcal 0Protein 0Fat 12.9Carbs Handelok Bag Company, Inc. Mint Jelly With Mint Leaves Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 263kcal 0Protein 0Fat 63.2Carbs Redco Foods, Inc. Green Tea, Chamomile Mint Tea Bags 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Verve, Inc. Spearmint Cane Sugar Sweetened Natural Chewing Gum, Spearmint Chewing Gum & Mints 357kcal 0Protein 0Fat 71.4Carbs Redco Foods, Inc. Soothing Mint Green Tea Bags, Soothing Mint Tea Bags 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs World Finer Foods, Inc. Mint Jelly Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 263kcal 0Protein 0Fat 63.2Carbs Wissotzky, Inc. Spiced Nana Mint Chai Flavored Silky Tea Bags, Spiced Nana Mint Chai Tea Bags 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 50Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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