Benzyl Alcohol
EATLABEL VERDICT
Caution Required
Daily intake limits or allergy advisory
-6 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Aromatic alcohol functioning as flavor carrier solvent and preserving delicate almond-cherry top notes.
Official Category: Synthetic Flavoring Substance (합성착향료)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved flavoring agent and carrier
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS flavor solvent
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
EFSA established ADI; restricted in infant foods
Commonly Found Foods
Flavored drink cordialsbakery flavor extractsdessert liqueurs
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Grain alcohol
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