Ethyl Vanillin
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Synthetic derivative 3-4 times more potent than vanillin with superior bake-through stability in commercial ovens.
Official Category: Synthetic Flavoring Substance (합성착향료)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
High-potency synthetic vanilla aroma
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS intense flavor compound
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized food flavoring substance
Commonly Found Foods
Chocolate barsbakery cookiesinstant hot cocoa mixes
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Organic vanilla extract
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