Oil Of Lime
What is Oil Of Lime?
Oil of lime is an essential oil extracted from the peel of limes, a citrus fruit. It is produced through steam distillation or cold pressing of the lime peel. This oil captures the characteristic aroma and flavor of fresh limes.
Is Oil Of Lime vegan?
Oil Of Lime is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Oil Of Lime gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Oil Of Lime a major allergen?
Oil of lime is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Oil Of Lime used for?
Manufacturers add oil of lime to provide a natural lime flavor and aroma to a wide variety of food products.
Is Oil Of Lime safe?
In the United States, oil of lime is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring agent.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add oil of lime to provide a natural lime flavor and aroma to a wide variety of food products. It is commonly used in beverages, baked goods, candies, dairy products, and savory items like marinades and seasonings.
Health notes
In the United States, oil of lime is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring agent. Regulatory bodies like JECFA have evaluated essential oils, and while they have established acceptable daily intakes for some substances, specific numeric limits for oil of lime are not typically specified. At typical consumption levels found in foods, it is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Oil of lime is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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