Catechu Extract
Level 3 — ContestedIn Winter's Dictionary
Catechu Extract is a flavoring — Natural flavoring from heartwood of Acacia catechu; astringent
Also: Black Cutch Extract, Cachou Extract, Cashoo Extract, Pegu Catechu Extract
What it does
Natural flavoring from heartwood of Acacia catechu; astringent
Where you'll see it
Bitters, fruit, rum flavorings for beverages, ice cream, candy, baked goods, chewing gum
What the research says
Incompatible with iron compounds, gelatin, lime-water, zinc. May cause allergic reactions.
Benefits
Used as an astringent in diarrhea.
Regulatory status
- US FDA: EAF
Sources
- A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): Used as an astringent in diarrhea. May cause allergic reactions