On April 8, 2025, ingredient manufacturer MycoTechnology announced that its ClearHT natural flavor has received Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) status from the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA). The ClearHT natural flavor can be used as a flavor with modifying properties (FMP) in food and beverage categories.
ClearHT comes from honey truffle and offers new ways to modulate sweetness. At low inclusion levels, the company states that the ingredient enhances flavors such as citrus and caramel.
“We are proud to introduce ClearHT natural flavor, our latest innovation in MycoTechnology’s line of transformative ingredient solutions,” said chief executive officer Jordi Ferre. “Our team has continued to demonstrate exceptional progress in scale-up, safety validation and applications development in preparation for commercial availability. This approval marks another important step in our mission to promote healthier, better-tasting food and beverages.”
Vice president of global regulatory affairs Sue Potter added, “Achieving FEMA GRAS status affirms the safety of ClearHT natural flavor and opens new opportunities in many regions. This is a significant milestone in our efforts to expand the availability of our ingredient solutions to global markets.”
According to the company’s press release, ClearHT natural flavor will be available for use by early 2026.
