Ethyl Octanoate
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Medium-chain fatty acid ester adding mature brandy, apricot, and dried tropical fruit complexity to beverages.
Official Category: Synthetic Flavoring Substance (합성착향료)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved apricot and brandy ester
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS aged fruit wine ester
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized under FLAVIS 09.111
Commonly Found Foods
Brandy-filled chocolatesapricot glazesfortified fruit wines
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Dried apricot puree
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