Ingredient

Spice And Natural Flavors

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Role in food
These ingredients are added to enhance or impart specific tastes and aromas in a …

What it is

Spice and natural flavors are terms used on ingredient lists to broadly cover ingredients derived from plants or animals that add taste to food. They can include herbs, spices, fruits, vegetables, and other natural sources. The specific origin and processing methods can vary widely.

Why it's used

These ingredients are added to enhance or impart specific tastes and aromas in a wide range of food products. They are commonly found in processed meats, canned goods, frozen meals, and sauces to make them more appealing to consumers.

Health notes

The FDA generally regards spices and natural flavors as safe (GRAS) when used for their intended purpose. These ingredients are typically consumed in small amounts and are not associated with significant health risks at typical intake levels. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated many individual flavor compounds, but a general statement for 'spice and natural flavors' is not typically evaluated as a single entity.

Allergen info

Depending on the specific ingredients used, 'spice and natural flavors' can sometimes be derived from major allergens. Manufacturers are required to declare major allergens if they are present in the final product, even if listed under a general term.

Products containing Spice And Natural Flavors

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Key Food Stores Co-Operative, Inc. Key Food, Vegetarian Baked Beans With Brown Sugar Canned & Bottled Beans High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 100kcal 4.6Protein 0Fat 19.2Carbs Seafood Gumbo Single Serve Bowls, Seafood Gumbo Tall Tree Foods, Inc. Seafood Gumbo Single Serve Bowls, Seafood Gumbo Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 65% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 42% DV per serving 62kcal 5Protein 0.4Fat 9.1Carbs Tyson Foods Inc. Meatloaf Sandwich with Ketchup Meat/Poultry/Other Animals Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 45% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 42% DV per serving High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving 247kcal 11.3Protein 11.1Fat 25.4Carbs Tyson Foods Inc. AdvancePierre Fully Cooked Flamebroiled Bell Pepper, Onion and Beef Salisbury Steak, 3 oz. Meat/Poultry/Other Animals - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 49% DV per serving 283kcal 13.6Protein 23.9Fat 2.9Carbs Tyson Foods Inc. AdvancePierre Fully Cooked Glazed with Ketchup Beef with Onion, Bell Pepper and Spices Meatloaf Slice Meat/Poultry/Other Animals - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 26% DV per serving 197kcal 14.0Protein 12.8Fat 9.9Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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