green onion flavor

Green onion flavor is a food-grade flavor additive that replicates the distinct taste and aroma of fresh green onions, also known as scallions. It typically imparts a mild, sweet onion note with green, fresh facets that differ from mature onion flavors. This flavoring is widely used in various flavored products to enhance or simulate the sensory character of green onions without adding the vegetable itself. Known simply as green onion flavor, this material is linked to various PubChem entries covering onion-related compounds. It is usually derived through extraction or synthesis processes from natural or nature-identical sources, ensuring consistent quality and sensory performance for food applications.

Green onion flavor occurs naturally in Allium fistulosum, commonly called green onion or scallion. The flavor is sourced from components that impart characteristic fresh onion notes. It finds extensive application in flavored food products such as snacks, seasonings, sauces, and ready meals to enhance or mimic green onion taste without using the fresh vegetable. Regulatory frameworks like FEMA (US) guide its safe use levels in these products. The flavor is not intended for fragrance applications but primarily for edible goods, where it adds characteristic savory notes appreciated in various culinary contexts.

The physico-chemical properties of green onion flavor influence its stability and performance in food matrices. It generally exists as a complex mixture of sulfur-containing and volatile compounds that reproduce the fresh onion aroma and taste. These volatile components tend to be moderately soluble in water and lipids, enabling versatility in aqueous and oil-based formulations. Stability can vary depending on temperature, pH, and exposure to light or oxygen; therefore, formulations often require careful control to preserve sensory characteristics. The flavor's molecular complexity contributes to its ability to contribute desirable onion notes without overpowering other ingredients.

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GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
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Safety in use information

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

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