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Borneol

Level 3ContestedIn 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