Natural Spice Extract
What is Natural Spice Extract?
Natural spice extracts are concentrated flavor compounds derived from spices like pepper, cinnamon, or cloves. They are produced by extracting the aromatic and flavorful components using solvents like alcohol or water, followed by evaporation of the solvent.
Is Natural Spice Extract vegan?
Natural Spice Extract is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Natural Spice Extract gluten-free?
Gluten is not typically present unless the extraction process uses a gluten-containing solvent or carrier, which is uncommon.
Is Natural Spice Extract a major allergen?
Natural spice extracts are not derived from the major allergens.
What is Natural Spice Extract used for?
Manufacturers use spice extracts to impart or enhance specific flavors in food products.
Is Natural Spice Extract safe?
Natural spice extracts are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for their intended use as flavoring agents.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use spice extracts to impart or enhance specific flavors in food products. They offer a consistent and potent way to add spice notes without the visual or textural changes whole spices can bring. They are commonly found in sauces, marinades, processed meats, baked goods, and beverages.
Health notes
Natural spice extracts are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for their intended use as flavoring agents. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many individual spice compounds. While generally considered safe at typical consumption levels, some individuals may experience mild digestive upset from concentrated flavors.
Allergen info
Natural spice extracts are not derived from the major allergens. Gluten is not typically present unless the extraction process uses a gluten-containing solvent or carrier, which is uncommon.
Foods that contain Natural Spice Extract
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Cappello's Gluten Free
Uncured Pepperoni Grain Free Pizza, Uncured Pepperoni
High in sodium — 40% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving
345kcal
11.5Protein
24.8Fat
19.5Carbs
Delhaize America, Inc.
Mojo Verde Cooking Sauce
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
144kcal
0.8Protein
8.8Fat
16Carbs
Schnuck Markets, Inc.
Fully Cooked Seasoned Pork Roast With Gravy
High in sodium — 26% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving
100kcal
15Protein
3.2Fat
2.1Carbs
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