Great Value Pure Vanilla Extract 4 fl oz (Liquid Ambient Plastic Container)

Common questions

Is Great Value Pure Vanilla Extract 4 fl oz (Liquid Ambient Plastic Container) healthy?

Great Value Pure Vanilla Extract 4 fl oz (Liquid Ambient Plastic Container) scores 90/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This product consists of simple ingredients: vanilla bean extractives in water and ethyl alcohol, which are typical for vanilla extract.

How processed is Great Value Pure Vanilla Extract 4 fl oz (Liquid Ambient Plastic Container)?

Great Value Pure Vanilla Extract 4 fl oz (Liquid Ambient Plastic Container) is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Great Value Pure Vanilla Extract 4 fl oz (Liquid Ambient Plastic Container)'s score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Ethyl alcohol is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Great Value Pure Vanilla Extract 4 fl oz (Liquid Ambient Plastic Container)

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90 Excellent

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 1
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Category Condiments
Summary

This product consists of simple ingredients: vanilla bean extractives in water and ethyl alcohol, which are typical for vanilla extract. It is a processed culinary ingredient with minimal processing and no harmful additives, making it a high-quality choice for flavoring.

Key ingredients 2

Vanilla bean extractives in water
Neutral

Vanilla bean extractives in water are used to provide the characteristic vanilla flavor. This ingredient is minimally processed and typically free from additives. It is a natural flavoring agent derived from vanilla beans.

Benefits

Provides a natural vanilla flavor without artificial additives.

Ethyl alcohol
Bad

Ethyl alcohol is used as a solvent to extract flavors from vanilla beans. While it is effective in flavor extraction, it is an alcohol that can be concerning for those avoiding alcohol for health or personal reasons. It is a common ingredient in vanilla extracts but does not provide nutritional benefits.

Risks

Consumption of alcohol can be a concern for individuals with alcohol sensitivities or those avoiding alcohol for health reasons.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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