Ingredient

Organic Ground Cardamom

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Ground cardamom is used as a flavoring agent in a wide variety of foods. …

What it is

Cardamom is a spice made from the seeds of several plants in the ginger family. The seeds are typically dried and ground into a powder. It has a strong, unique flavor with notes of citrus and mint.

Why it's used

Ground cardamom is used as a flavoring agent in a wide variety of foods. It is common in baked goods like cookies and cakes, as well as in spice blends, beverages, and savory dishes.

Health notes

Cardamom is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is not typically associated with adverse health effects at the levels found in food. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated cardamom, and it is widely used in traditional medicine systems for various purported benefits, though scientific evidence for these claims is often limited or mixed.

Allergen info

Cardamom is not one of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.