Synthetic Vanillin
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Identical to nature's primary vanilla aroma molecule; synthesized economically from wood lignin to flavor chocolates and ice cream.
Official Category: Synthetic Flavoring Substance (합성착향료)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Restricted
Approved flavoring substance
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS classic vanilla flavor
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
EFSA authorized flavoring
Commonly Found Foods
Vanilla ice creamschocolatesbaked pastriesflavored milks
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Pure Madagascar bourbon vanilla extract
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