Pure Vanilla Extract & Other Natural Flavors
What is Pure Vanilla Extract & Other Natural Flavors?
Pure vanilla extract is made by soaking vanilla beans in alcohol and water. This process extracts the flavor compounds from the beans. 'Other natural flavors' is a broad category that can include extracts from various plant sources, not just vanilla.
Is Pure Vanilla Extract & Other Natural Flavors vegan?
Pure Vanilla Extract & Other Natural Flavors is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Pure Vanilla Extract & Other Natural Flavors gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Pure Vanilla Extract & Other Natural Flavors a major allergen?
Vanilla extract is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Pure Vanilla Extract & Other Natural Flavors used for?
Manufacturers add natural flavors to enhance or impart taste in foods.
Is Pure Vanilla Extract & Other Natural Flavors safe?
Natural flavors are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add natural flavors to enhance or impart taste in foods. They are used in a wide variety of products, including baked goods, beverages, candies, and dairy products, to create desirable flavor profiles.
Health notes
Natural flavors are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many flavor compounds. At typical consumption levels, they are not associated with adverse health effects. While some specific flavor compounds have been studied for various effects, the broad category of 'natural flavors' is not typically associated with significant health controversies.
Allergen info
Vanilla extract is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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