Is Green Mango Flavor 100% Natural? Guidelines for Selecting Food Grade Flavors
Asked by: Anonymous
On: November 11, 2025
Product Type:
Food
Question
The customer is inquiring about the composition and appropriate selection of flavors for food and beverage applications. Specifically:
- Is the Green Mango Flavor (Water & Oil Soluble, Propylene Glycol Base) product considered a 100% natural extract?
- When selecting fruit and flower flavors for food/beverage use, are these generally 100% natural extracts?
- Which product section should be prioritized for food/beverage flavors: the Food Flavor section, or can the Natural Scents section also be used for food products?
Answer
Green Mango Flavor (Water & Oil Soluble, Propylene Glycol Base)
The product Green Mango Flavor (Water & Oil Soluble, Propylene Glycol Base) (Product ID: 34626) is not a 100% natural extract.
- Flavor Blend: This product is a flavor blend designed to mimic the taste and aroma of green mango. Flavors labeled simply as "Flavor" are typically composed of a mix of natural and/or artificial flavoring substances.
- Propylene Glycol Base: The name explicitly states it is a Propylene Glycol Base. Propylene Glycol is a synthetic solvent/carrier, which confirms the product is not 100% natural.
Regarding 100% Natural Extracts
If you require a product that is 100% natural for food or beverage use, you should look for products explicitly labeled as:
- Natural Extract
- Essential Oil (must be certified Food Grade)
- Absolute (must be certified Food Grade)
These products are derived directly from natural sources without synthetic carriers or artificial components.
Regarding Product Sections for Food Use
When selecting products for food or beverage applications, please follow these guidelines:
- Food Flavor Section: You should primarily look in the Food Flavor section (Product Type 4: Fragrance/Flavor/Pure Essential Oil).
- Food Grade Certification: Regardless of the section, you must check the product description to ensure it explicitly states it is Food Grade or For Food Use. This is the critical factor for safety and compliance.
- Natural Scents Section: Products in a "Natural Scents" section (often essential oils or absolutes) are typically intended for cosmetic, aromatherapy, or non-food applications. Do not assume a product from this section is safe for consumption unless the description clearly confirms it is Food Grade.
