Frequently Asked Questions
What are natural flavors in food ingredients?
In the realm of flavor ingredients, spanning various food applications, they are generally grouped into four fundamental categories:
1. Natural Extract: This designation indicates a flavor that is entirely sourced directly from the natural origin. Natural extracts, sometimes labeled as "from the named fruit" or FTNF, emphasize purity and authenticity.
2. Natural Flavor WONF: This category signifies a food ingredient that combines natural extracts from the specified fruit with other natural flavors. For instance, an Apple WONF may contain natural apple extract along with natural blueberry essence.
3. Natural Flavor Type: Under this classification, all components are natural, but the specific fruit mentioned is absent. These flavors are typically synthesized from different fruit or botanical sources to replicate the taste of the specified fruit.
4. Natural and Artificial: Alternatively called "N&A," this category encompasses a mix of natural and artificial ingredients, where a natural base is enhanced with artificial components.
Are terpenes found in food?
Terpenes, natural compounds present in plants, play a significant role in defining the fragrance of fruits and spices. Moreover, they are essential in the creation of essential oils. In contemporary times, terpenes have gained significance in customizing distinctive flavors for CBD oils and various cannabis products. Products containing terpenes are identifiable by the abbreviation 'TERP' in their descriptions. Companies such as Solid Pharma, specializing in flavor ingredients, diligently monitor and adapt to evolving regulatory standards related to the manufacturing of CBD oils.
What are the most popular flavor ingredients?
Flavor ingredient trends are always evolving to match the ever-changing preferences of consumers. Speak with a representative from Solid Pharma for insights into industry forecasts that anticipate shifts in flavor ingredient popularity. Currently, some of the most sought-after flavor ingredients include:
- Blood Orange TYPE
- Bourbon Vanilla TYPE
- Ginger Flavor
- Lemon Cheesecake Flavor
- Strawberry Terpene Blend
- Toasted Coconut TYPE
- Wedding Cake Flavor