Vanillinan Artificial Flavor
What is Vanillinan Artificial Flavor?
Vanillin is the primary flavor compound found in vanilla beans. Artificial vanillin is a synthetic chemical identical to the natural compound, often produced from petrochemicals or wood pulp. It provides a similar sweet, creamy, and floral vanilla aroma and taste.
Is Vanillinan Artificial Flavor vegan?
Vanillinan Artificial Flavor is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Vanillinan Artificial Flavor gluten-free?
Vanillin is not derived from any of the nine major allergens and does not contain gluten.
What is Vanillinan Artificial Flavor used for?
Manufacturers add artificial vanillin to foods and beverages to impart a vanilla flavor, as it is less expensive than natural vanilla extract.
Is Vanillinan Artificial Flavor safe?
Artificial vanillin is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring agent.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add artificial vanillin to foods and beverages to impart a vanilla flavor, as it is less expensive than natural vanilla extract. It is commonly found in baked goods like cookies and cakes, chocolate products, ice cream, and candies.
Health notes
Artificial vanillin is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring agent. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated vanillin and found it safe for consumption within typical dietary levels. There are no widespread health concerns associated with its use at levels found in food.
Allergen info
Vanillin is not derived from any of the nine major allergens and does not contain gluten.
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