Celery flavouring

Celery flavouring is a food ingredient used to impart a celery-like taste to foods. It can be derived from natural sources, such as celery plants, or created synthetically to mimic the flavour profile. The specific manufacturing process will vary depending on whether it is a natural flavouring, nature-identical, or artificial flavouring.

Manufacturers add celery flavouring to enhance or provide a savoury, vegetable taste in a variety of food products. It is commonly found in processed foods such as soups, broths, seasonings, and savoury snacks where a distinct celery note is desired.

Celery flavouring is not typically considered a food additive in the same way as E-numbers, but its use is governed by food law. Flavourings are evaluated for safety, and those used in the UK must be authorised. EFSA has evaluated many flavouring substances, and generally, they are considered safe at typical consumption levels. There is no widespread scientific consensus suggesting adverse health effects from consuming celery flavouring within normal dietary patterns.