Borneol
Level 3 — ContestedIn Winter's Dictionary
Borneol is a flavoring — Synthetic fruit and spice flavoring; peppery odor, burning taste
What it does
Synthetic fruit and spice flavoring; peppery odor, burning taste
Where you'll see it
Beverages, syrups, ice cream, ices, candy, baked goods, chewing gum; coriander, ginger oil, rosemary, strawberries, thyme, citronella, nutmeg naturally
What the research says
Toxicity similar to camphor oil. Can cause nausea, vomiting, convulsions, confusion, dizziness.
Regulatory status
- US FDA: ASP
Sources
- A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): Can cause nausea, vomiting, convulsions, confusion, and dizziness