21 CFR § 582.40 Substances Generally Recognized as Safe

§ 582.40 Natural extractives (solvent-free) used in conjunction with spices, seasonings, and flavorings.

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Natural extractives (solvent-free) used in conjunction with spices, seasonings, and flavorings that are generally recognized as safe for their intended use, within the meaning of section 409 of the act, are as follows:

Common nameBotanical name of plant source
Algae, brownLaminaria spp. and Nereocystis spp.
Algae, redPorphyra spp. and Rhodymenia palmata (L.) Grev.
Apricot kernel (persic oil)Prunus armeniaca L.
DulseRhodymenia palmata (L.) Grev.
Kelp (see algae, brown).
Peach kernel (persic oil)Prunus persica Sieb. et Zucc.
Peanut stearineArachis hypogaea L.
Persic oil (see apricot kernel and peach kernel).
Quince seedCydonia oblonga Miller.

← § 582.30 Natural substances used in conjunction with spices and other natural seasonings and flavorings.§ 582.50 Certain other spices, seasonings, essential oils, oleoresins, and natural extracts. →