Thyme
Also listed as Dried Thyme and Ground Thyme.
Spices & Herbs
This is what the ingredient is.
Thyme is a culinary herb sold fresh or dried. Labels may say thyme or dried thyme.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It seasons meats, stews, and roasted vegetables.
Here is what food agencies say.
Culinary herbs are conventional foods under FDA spice and seasoning rules.
Here is what research has found.
Like other dried herbs, thyme has appeared in pathogen-related spice recalls.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Store airtight away from heat and light.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
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 9/16/2026