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Cassia Absolute

Level 3ContestedIn Winter's Dictionary

Cassia Absolute is a flavoring — Natural flavoring extract from cultivated trees

Also: Acacia farnesiana

What it does

Natural flavoring extract from cultivated trees

Where you'll see it

Cola, root beer, spice flavorings for beverages, ice cream, candy, baked goods

What the research says

Cassia bark can cause inflammation and erosion of the gastrointestinal tract.

Regulatory status

  • US FDA: GRAS
  • Notes: Also EAF

Sources

  • A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): Cassia bark can cause inflammation and erosion of the gastrointestinal tract