### Question
What does spice mean?


### Answer
**Spice** has the following meaning in *21 CFR § 101.22*:

> any aromatic vegetable substance in the whole, broken, or ground form, except for those substances which have been traditionally regarded as foods, such as onions, garlic and celery; 

#### Citation:
  - *21 CFR § 101.22*
  - Heading: **Subpart B—Specific Food Labeling Requirements**

