Ingredient

Oleoresins

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use oleoresins to impart natural flavors and colors to foods. They are found …

What it is

Oleoresins are concentrated extracts from plants, containing both the volatile flavor compounds and non-volatile resinous compounds. They are typically produced by solvent extraction, where a solvent is used to pull out the desired compounds from the plant material, followed by evaporation of the solvent.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use oleoresins to impart natural flavors and colors to foods. They are found in a wide variety of products, including baked goods, snacks, sauces, and processed meats, providing concentrated taste profiles.

Health notes

Oleoresins are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as flavoring agents. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated oleoresins, and EFSA also assesses food additives. At typical consumption levels, they are not associated with adverse health effects. Evidence regarding specific health impacts is generally limited to their intended use as flavorings.

Allergen info

Oleoresins are not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Oleoresins

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Athens Pastries & Frozen Foods, Inc. Mini Fillo Shells, Tomato Pastry Shells & Fillings 429kcal 14.3Protein 14.3Fat 57.1Carbs MIAMI TROPICAL WHOLESALER, INC. Chile Lime Plantain Strips, Chile Lime Wholesome Snacks 464kcal 3.6Protein 17.9Fat 75Carbs Chorizo Taco Meat, Chorizo Wampler's Farm Sausage Co., Inc. Chorizo Taco Meat, Chorizo Other Meats High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 281kcal 22.8Protein 17.5Fat 1.8Carbs BBM Chocolate Distributors, Ltd. Gesher, Snow Flakes, Falafel, Falafel Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 476kcal 9.5Protein 19.1Fat 66.7Carbs BBM Chocolate Distributors, Ltd. Gesher, Snow Flakes, BBQ, BBQ Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 476kcal 9.5Protein 19.1Fat 66.7Carbs Dierberg's Markets, Inc. Lemon Stollen, Lemon Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 440kcal 4Protein 22Fat 58Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Santa Fe-Style Chicken Grain Bowl Brown Rice, Quinoa And Seasoned Chicken Breast With Tomatoes, Black Beans, Corn, Onion & Jalapeno Peppers In A Tomato Adobo Sauce, Santa Fe-Style Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 35% DV per serving 148kcal 5.7Protein 4.0Fat 22.5Carbs Kenover Marketing Corp. Garlic-Onion Flavored Garden Snaps Pea Snack, Garlic; Onion Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 357kcal 17.9Protein 7.1Fat 50Carbs Kenover Marketing Corp. Falafel Flavored Garden Snaps Pea Snack, Falafel Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 357kcal 17.9Protein 7.1Fat 50Carbs BJ's Wholesale Club / Corporate Brands Raspberry Danish, Raspberry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 420kcal 4Protein 20Fat 58Carbs BJ's Wholesale Club / Corporate Brands Cheese Danish, Cheese Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 440kcal 6Protein 22Fat 54Carbs CG Nutritionals, Inc. Strawberry Cheese Danish, Strawberry Cheese Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 420kcal 4Protein 18Fat 58Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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