L-Menthol
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Terpene alcohol triggering cold-sensitive TRPM8 receptors to deliver intense cooling freshness in gums and mints.
Official Category: Synthetic Flavoring Substance (합성착향료)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved natural/synthetic cooling agent
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS cooling flavoring
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized; avoid near infant nostrils
Commonly Found Foods
Peppermint hard candiesbreath mintscough dropschewing gums
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Pure peppermint oil✓ Spearmint extract
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