Oregano extract in protein powder

What it is

This is an extract of oregano. US food rules list oregano among spices and natural seasonings, and origanum among essential oils and natural extractives.

The ingredient lists here do not say why it was added.

How labels word it

• Oregano Extract

Powders that list it (2)

• 2 Manitoba Harvest Max Protein, Unsweetened Plant · 2 ingredients Organic Hemp Seed Powder, Oregano Extract
• 7 Manitoba Harvest Complete Plant Protein Blend, Vanilla Plant · 7 ingredients Pea Protein*, Hemp Seed Powder*, Coconut Sugar*, Natural Flavors, Guar Gum*, Monk Fruit Extract, Oregano Extract

Sources

• 21 CFR 182.10, Spices and natural seasonings
• 21 CFR 182.20, Essential oils and natural extractives