Ingredient

Spice Oils

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use spice oils to add or enhance flavor in a wide range of …

What it is

Spice oils are concentrated liquids extracted from spices like pepper, ginger, or cinnamon. They capture the aroma and flavor of the spice using methods like steam distillation or solvent extraction. These oils provide a potent and consistent spice taste without the solid particles found in ground spices.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use spice oils to add or enhance flavor in a wide range of foods. They are common in sauces, marinades, baked goods, and processed meats. Spice oils offer a cost-effective way to deliver a strong, recognizable spice profile.

Health notes

Spice oils are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as flavoring agents. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many individual spice components. At typical levels used in food, they are not associated with adverse health effects. Research on the health effects of concentrated spice extracts is ongoing.

Allergen info

Spice oils are not derived from major allergens. They are generally considered safe for individuals with allergies to the major allergens. Gluten is not typically present.

Products containing Spice Oils

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Perfection Bakeries, Inc. Hawaiian Hot Dog Buns Breads & Buns 280kcal 8Protein 4Fat 54Carbs DELI EXPRESS Sandwich Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 48% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 258kcal 7.1Protein 11.6Fat 25.8Carbs Campbell's Well Yes Soup Vegetable Noodle CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Campbell's Well Yes Soup Vegetable Noodle Prepared Soups 37kcal 1.2Protein 0.6Fat 6.1Carbs Campbell Soup Company Condensed Creamy Cauliflower Mac & Cheese Soup , Cauliflower Mac & Cheese Canned Condensed Soup High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 58kcal 0.8Protein 2.5Fat 7.5Carbs Campbell Soup Company Sweet Potato Chicken Pot Pie Soup, Sweet Potato Chicken Pot Pie Canned Condensed Soup High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 58kcal 0.8Protein 0.8Fat 12.5Carbs Campbell Soup Company Butternut Squash Alfredo With Chicken Soup, Butternut Squash Alfredo With Chicken Canned Condensed Soup High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 50kcal 0.8Protein 0.8Fat 10Carbs Little Town Jerky Company Incorporated Hardwood Smoked Snack Sticks, Cajun Style Other Snacks 321kcal 17.9Protein 25Fat 3.6Carbs Little Town Jerky Company Incorporated Buffalo Beef & Pork Snack Sticks, Hardwood Smoked Other Snacks 286kcal 17.9Protein 21.4Fat 3.6Carbs Perfection Bakeries, Inc. Butter Dinner Rolls, Butter Breads & Buns 282kcal 11.8Protein 4.7Fat 51.8Carbs Aunt Millie's Foodservice Brioche Bread Breads & Buns 311kcal 8.9Protein 6.7Fat 51.1Carbs Little Town Jerky Company, Hardwood Smoked Snacks Sticks, Smoke, Smoke Little Town Jerky Company Incorporated Little Town Jerky Company, Hardwood Smoked Snacks Sticks, Smoke, Smoke Other Snacks 286kcal 17.9Protein 21.4Fat 3.6Carbs Little Town Jerky Company Incorporated Little Town Jerky Company, Hardwood Smoked Snack Sticks, Fajita Seasoning, Fajita Seasoning Other Snacks 321kcal 17.9Protein 25Fat 3.6Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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