Aroma
What is Aroma?
Aroma is a general term used in the food industry to describe any substance that provides flavour or aroma to food. These can be derived from natural sources like plants and animals, or they can be created synthetically.
Is Aroma a major allergen?
Aroma itself is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Aroma used for?
Aromas are added to foods to enhance or impart specific flavour profiles, making products more appealing to consumers.
Is Aroma safe?
In the UK, flavourings are regulated under assimilated Regulation (EC) No 1334/2008.
Why it's used
Aromas are added to foods to enhance or impart specific flavour profiles, making products more appealing to consumers. They are commonly found in a wide range of processed foods, including snacks, confectionery, baked goods, and beverages.
Health notes
In the UK, flavourings are regulated under assimilated Regulation (EC) No 1334/2008. Flavourings used in food must be authorised and meet safety requirements. Regulatory bodies like the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) evaluate the safety of flavourings. While generally considered safe at typical consumption levels, the specific health implications depend on the individual aroma compound and the amount consumed.
Allergen info
Aroma itself is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. However, if an aroma is derived from an allergenic source (e.g., milk, nuts), that source must be declared.
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