Indole
Level 4 — Significant concernsIn Winter's Dictionary
Indole is a flavoring — Synthetic flavoring in raspberry, strawberry, bitters, chocolate, orange flavorings
What it does
Synthetic flavoring in raspberry, strawberry, bitters, chocolate, orange flavorings
Where you'll see it
Beverages, ice cream, ices, candy, baked goods, gelatin desserts
What the research says
Lethal dose in dogs is 60 mg/kg. Moderately toxic by ingestion and skin contact. Has caused tumors and cancer in laboratory animals.
Regulatory status
- US FDA: ASP
Sources
- A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): has caused tumor and cancer in laboratory animals