Ingredient

Smoke Flavorings

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Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add smoke flavorings to impart a smoky flavor, similar to that achieved through …

What it is

Smoke flavorings are ingredients that provide a smoky taste and aroma to foods without the need for traditional smoking. They are typically made by burning wood (like hickory or mesquite) and then capturing the smoke, which is then condensed and purified to create liquid or powdered forms.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add smoke flavorings to impart a smoky flavor, similar to that achieved through smoking, to a variety of processed foods. They are commonly found in processed meats like sausages, bacon, and deli meats, as well as in snack foods and sauces.

Health notes

Smoke flavorings are regulated by the FDA. Some smoke flavorings have been granted Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) status, while others are approved food additives. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated various smoke flavorings. Research into the health effects of smoke flavorings is ongoing, with some studies examining potential risks associated with compounds found in smoke, though typical dietary intake levels are generally considered safe by regulatory bodies.

Allergen info

Smoke flavorings are not derived from major allergens. Gluten is not typically present unless added during processing.

Products containing Smoke Flavorings

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Aunt Jemima, Scrambled Eggs And Bacon Campbell Soup Company Aunt Jemima, Scrambled Eggs And Bacon Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 47% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 81% DV per serving 168kcal 7.4Protein 10.1Fat 11.4Carbs ConAgra Foods Packaged Foods, LLC Odom's Tennessee Pride, Buttermilk Biscuit, Bacon, Egg & Cheese Sandwich Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 41% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 286kcal 11.2Protein 14.3Fat 26.5Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Baked Potato With Bacon Soup Other Soups High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 78kcal 2.0Protein 2.5Fat 11.8Carbs Cloverdale Foods Company Beef Sausage, Garlic Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 286kcal 12.5Protein 25Fat 3.6Carbs Beefmaster Cattlemen L.P. Beef Brisket Sausage, BBQ Seasoned Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 265kcal 16.5Protein 21.2Fat 2.4Carbs Tko Enterprises, Inc. Adobo Authentic Filipino Simmer Sauce Other Cooking Sauces High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 109kcal 3.1Protein 7.8Fat 6.2Carbs Completely Fresh Foods, Inc Bacon & Cheddar Cheese Beef Patties Frozen Patties and Burgers High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 278kcal 13.2Protein 20.5Fat 9.9Carbs Clougherty Packing, LLC Liverwurst With Bacon Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 281kcal 14.0Protein 24.6Fat 1.8Carbs Clougherty Packing, LLC Pork Smoked Sausage With Cheese, Bacon & Cheddar Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 52% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 312kcal 12.5Protein 27.7Fat 3.6Carbs Clougherty Packing, LLC Hardwood Smoked Bacon, Smoked Bacon, Sausages & Ribs 533kcal 40Protein 40Fat 0Carbs Don Miguel Mexican Foods, Inc. Spicy Egg, Bacon & Cheese Breakfast Burritos Whole Eggs, Bacon, Three Cheeses, Onions, Green Chiles And Jalapeos In A Soft Flour Tortilla, Spicy Egg, Bacon & Cheese Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 39% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 47% DV per serving 267kcal 15.8Protein 10Fat 28.3Carbs Don Miguel Mexican Foods, Inc. Egg, Bacon, Hash Brown & Cheese Burritos Whole Eggs, Bacon, Hash Browns And 3 Cheeses Wrapped In A Flour Tortilla Breakfast Burritos, Egg, Bacon, Hash Brown & Cheese Burritos Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 47% DV per serving 267kcal 14.2Protein 10.8Fat 29.2Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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