white tea flavor

White tea flavor is a flavoring substance designed to capture the distinctive sensory notes of white tea, a minimally processed tea variety known for its delicate and subtle taste profile. This flavor typically presents a mild, fresh tea aroma that is lighter than green or black tea flavors and can be used to impart a natural tea characteristic to products. Also referred to simply as 'tea flavor' in some contexts, white tea flavor is closely associated with the traditional beverages made from young tea leaves and buds. Its chemical profile and constituents align with flavorings sourced from tea leaf extracts or synthesized to mimic the characteristic aroma compounds. For detailed chemical information, related data can be found in the PubChem database. White tea flavor is usually derived by extraction from Camellia sinensis leaves or formulated using key aroma compounds identified in white tea.

White tea flavor occurs naturally in the young leaves and buds of the Camellia sinensis plant. Its subtle aroma results from minimal oxidation during processing, distinguishing it from other tea types. This flavoring is widely applied in flavored product formulations, ranging from beverages and confectioneries to bakery items, where a gentle tea note is desired. The industry often adheres to FEMA (US) guidelines for flavor usage, ensuring safe application levels that maintain the flavor integrity without posing hazards. White tea flavor's delicate profile supports its use in combination with other flavors to create balanced, nuanced sensory experiences in consumer products.

The white tea flavor typically exhibits properties consistent with tea-derived aroma compounds, including moderate volatility that allows flavor perception at ambient temperatures. Its solubility characteristics favor incorporation into aqueous and lipid-based systems, facilitating diverse product applications. The flavor's chemical stability depends on storage conditions, with sensitivity to heat and light potentially leading to degradation of key aroma constituents. These properties influence formulation decisions, such as selecting appropriate delivery vehicles and processing parameters to preserve sensory quality. The absence of hazardous classification suggests a low acute toxicity profile, but specific physico-chemical constants depend on the precise formulation and source of the white tea flavor.

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Export Tariff Code:

3302.10.0000

Safety information

Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
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GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
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Hazard statement(s)
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Precautionary statement(s)
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Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
Not determined
Dermal Toxicity:
Not determined
Inhalation Toxicity:
Not determined

Safety in use information

Category:
flavored products of all types
Recommendation for white tea flavor usage levels up to:
	not for fragrance use.

Safety references

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