Basil Dried Leaves

Also listed as Dried Sweet Basil and Basil Flakes Jar.

Spices & Herbs

This is what the ingredient is.

Basil Dried Leaves are dried sweet basil flakes. Labels may say dried basil.

Here is why it shows up on the label.

They are used in tomato sauces and Italian cooking.

Here is what food agencies say.

FDA spice labeling applies.

Here is what research has found.

Dried herbs can appear in pathogen-related spice recalls.

Here are a few things worth knowing.

Store sealed and dry.

How to read this page

We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.

v1.0Updated 9/28/2026