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. 2023 Dec 28;13(1):108. doi: 10.3390/foods13010108

Table 1.

Types of different natural and synthetic flavoring agents.

Name Natural Flavoring Agents Synthetic Flavoring Agents
Definition Natural flavoring agents are substances that are extracted from plants, herbs, spices, and microorganisms. [45] Synthetic flavoring agents are substances that are similar to natural agents. [45]
Type Herbs and spices: Garlic, onion [46,47] Artificial: Artificial smoke flavor or synthetic versions of natural flavors [48]
Yeast Extract [49,50] Flavor enhancer: Monosodium glutamate (MSG)
Fermented products: Miso, tamari [51]
Vegetable Extract: Tomatoes, mushrooms [45,52]
Cost Expensive [45] Less expensive [45]