Is this perilla leaf oil safe for food and flavor applications?
Yes. Perilla is a classic "food-as-medicine" herb and its key molecules are legal food flavoring substances under both Chinese and international food-additive systems.
Food & Flavor Compliance
| Substance | Chinese Code (GB 2760-2014) | FEMA GRAS | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perillaldehyde (紫苏醛) | S0178 | 3557 | Food flavoring: jasmine, narcissus, apple, citrus, spearmint |
| Perillyl alcohol (紫苏醇) | S0065 | 2664 | Flavor compounding: citrus, vanilla, fruity types |
- The 2024 Chinese Pharmacopoeia Committee draft standard for plant-derived food additive perillaldehyde (RI 1.498–1.502, rotation -18° to -22°) is expected to be finalized in 2025 — we are already aligned with it
- The EU Feed Additives Regulation EC 1831/2003 dual certification supports European food/feed-flavor market access
- The oil is produced on ISO 22000:2018-certified lines; for food-contact batches we can supply allergen statements and flavor-safety documentation
- For direct food use, always confirm the specific perillaldehyde/perillyl alcohol status with your regulatory team per your target country
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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.
