Ingredient

Vegan Flavoring

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use vegan flavorings to replicate the taste of animal-derived ingredients, such as cheese, …

What it is

Vegan flavoring is a broad term for flavor compounds used in plant-based foods that do not contain animal products. These flavorings can be derived from natural sources like fruits, vegetables, or spices, or they can be synthesized in a lab to mimic specific tastes.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use vegan flavorings to replicate the taste of animal-derived ingredients, such as cheese, in plant-based alternatives. They are added to enhance or create specific flavor profiles in a wide range of vegan products, including dairy alternatives, meat substitutes, and baked goods.

Health notes

Vegan flavorings are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. Regulatory bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) evaluate flavorings for safety. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical consumption of these flavorings.

Allergen info

Vegan flavorings are not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Vegan Flavoring

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Esti Foods LLC American Style Plant-Based Block, American Style Cheese High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 311kcal 0Protein 25Fat 21.4Carbs Cheddar Style With Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Cheddar Style Esti Foods LLC Cheddar Style With Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Cheddar Style Cheese High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 311kcal 0Protein 25Fat 21.4Carbs Esti Foods LLC Plant-Based Feta Style Block Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 282kcal 0Protein 25Fat 14.3Carbs Esti Foods LLC Plant-Based Mozzarella Style Cheese Slices Cheese High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 305kcal 0Protein 25Fat 20Carbs Esti Foods LLC Plant-Based Cheddar Style Cheese Slices Cheese High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 305kcal 0Protein 25Fat 20Carbs Esti Foods LLC Plant-Based American Style Cheese Slices Cheese High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 305kcal 0Protein 25Fat 20Carbs Esti Foods LLC Plant-Based Smoked Gouda Style Cheese Slices Cheese High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 305kcal 0Protein 25Fat 20Carbs Esti Foods LLC Plant-Based Truffle Mozzarella Style Cheese Slices Cheese High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 305kcal 0Protein 25Fat 20Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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