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Cinnamon Leaf Oil

Level 3ContestedIn Winter's Dictionary

Cinnamon Leaf Oil is a flavoring — Volatile oil from leaves/twigs of cinnamon tree

Also: Oil of Cassia, Chinese Cinnamon

What it does

Volatile oil from leaves/twigs of cinnamon tree

Where you'll see it

Cola, apricot, rum, root beer, cinnamon, ginger ale flavorings; gelatin desserts, condiments, pickles, sliced fruits

What the research says

Can cause contact dermatitis.

Regulatory status

  • US FDA: EAF

Sources

  • A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): Can cause contact dermatitis