Is neroli oil approved for food and flavor use in the EU, US and China?
Yes — neroli oil carries FEMA 2771 (NEROLI BIGARDE OIL, Citrus aurantium L.) GRAS status for food-flavor use in the US and is a permitted food flavoring substance under China's GB 2760 flavor list.
Flavor Compliance Status
| Market | Status | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| USA | FEMA 2771 GRAS | Flavor & Extract Manufacturers Association |
| China | GB 2760 permitted food spice | National food-flavor positive list |
| EU | Food flavoring registration applicable | EU 1334/2008 (used as flavoring substance) |
- FEMA 2771 covers neroli bigarde oil for food-flavor applications such as confectionery, beverages and dairy
- CAS 8016-38-4 is the registered identifier for customs and regulatory filings
- Usage levels follow good manufacturing practice and label limits for the target category
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This article was published on 2026-09-07, and last updated on 2026-09-07. The article will be continuously updated.
