Ingredient

Vanilla Natural Flavor

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add vanilla natural flavor to enhance and impart a sweet, warm, and pleasant …

What it is

Vanilla natural flavor is a flavoring substance derived from vanilla beans, the fruit of the vanilla orchid. It is produced through various extraction processes, often involving alcohol and water, to capture the complex aroma and taste compounds of the bean.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add vanilla natural flavor to enhance and impart a sweet, warm, and pleasant taste to a wide variety of foods. It is commonly found in baked goods like cookies and cakes, dairy products such as ice cream and yogurt, and beverages.

Health notes

In the US, vanilla natural flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated flavoring substances, and vanilla is considered safe for consumption at typical levels. There are no widespread health concerns associated with the consumption of vanilla natural flavor at levels found in food.

Allergen info

Vanilla natural flavor is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Vanilla Natural Flavor

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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