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451 FDA-listed other substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.

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Polyethylene, Oxidized

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Oxidized polyethylene (CAS 68441-17-8) is a modified plastic polymer used as a surface-finishing agent in food processing. It functions to improve the surface properties of food contact materials and packaging, though it is not directly added to food itself.

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Polyethylenimine Reaction Product W/ 1,2-dichloroethane

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Polyethylenimine Reaction Product With 1,2-dichloroethane (CAS 68130-97-2) is a synthetic chemical compound used as an oxidizing or reducing agent in food processing. It is not approved as a food additive by the FDA and has not been authorized for direct food use in major regulatory jurisdictions.

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Polyglyceryl Phthalate Ester Of Coconut Oil Fatty Acids

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Polyglyceryl Phthalate Ester Of Coconut Oil Fatty Acids (CAS 66070-87-7) is a synthetic compound derived from coconut oil fatty acids and polyglyceryl compounds. Its specific function in food applications remains largely undocumented in available regulatory literature.

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Polyisobutylene (min M W 37,000)

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Polyisobutylene (PIB) is a synthetic polymer used as a masticatory substance in chewing gum and related products. With a minimum molecular weight of 37,000, it functions as a gum base component that provides elasticity and texture without being metabolized or absorbed by the body.

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Polymaleic Acid

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Polymaleic acid (CAS 26099-09-2) is a synthetic polymer derived from maleic acid used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. It functions to improve texture, stability, and production efficiency in various food applications.

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Polymaleic Acid, Sodium Salt

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Polymaleic acid, sodium salt (CAS 30915-61-8) is a synthetic polymer used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. It functions to modify texture, viscosity, or other physical properties during food production without remaining as a final ingredient in the finished product.

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Polyoxyethylene (600) Dioleate

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Polyoxyethylene (600) Dioleate is a synthetic surfactant derived from oleic acid and polyethylene glycol. It functions as a surface-active agent in food products to improve texture, stability, and ingredient mixing.

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Polyoxyethylene (600) Monoricinoleate

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Polyoxyethylene (600) Monoricinoleate is a synthetic surface-active agent derived from castor oil and polyethylene glycol. It functions as an emulsifier and solubilizing agent in food and beverage formulations to improve texture and stability.

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Polyoxyethylene 40 Monostearate

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Polyoxyethylene 40 Monostearate is a synthetic emulsifier derived from stearic acid and polyethylene glycol. It functions as a surface-active agent in food products to improve texture, stability, and consistency.

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Polyoxyethylene Dioleate

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Polyoxyethylene Dioleate (CAS 9005-07-6) is a synthetic emulsifier and surfactant derived from oleic acid and polyethylene glycol. It is used in food manufacturing as a surface-active agent to improve texture, stability, and mixing properties in various processed foods.

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Polypropylene Glycol (m W 1,200-3,000)

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Polypropylene Glycol (PPG) with a molecular weight of 1,200-3,000 is a synthetic polymer used primarily as a boiler water additive and surface-active agent in industrial food processing equipment rather than as a direct food ingredient. It functions to prevent corrosion and scaling in steam generation systems used in food manufacturing.

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Polystyrene, Cross-linked, Chloromethylated, Then Aminated With Trimethylamine, Dimethylamine, Diethylenetriamine, Or Triethanolamine

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Polystyrene, Cross-linked, Chloromethylated, Then Aminated With Trimethylamine, Dimethylamine, Diethylenetriamine, Or Triethanolamine is a chemically modified polystyrene polymer. Its specific function in food applications remains undocumented in available regulatory databases.

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Polyvinyl Acetate

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Polyvinyl acetate (PVA) is a synthetic polymer derived from polyvinyl alcohol and acetic acid. It is used as a masticatory substance in chewing gum and related products to provide texture and chewiness.

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Polyvinyl Polypyrrolidone

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Polyvinyl Polypyrrolidone (PVPP) is a synthetic polymer used as a processing aid and surface-finishing agent in food manufacturing. It functions primarily to remove unwanted compounds during production rather than remaining in the final food product.

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Potassium Benzoate

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Potassium benzoate (CAS 582-25-2) is the potassium salt of benzoic acid, commonly used as an antimicrobial preservative in food and beverages. It inhibits the growth of bacteria, yeasts, and molds, extending shelf life and maintaining product safety.

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Potassium Bisulfite

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Potassium bisulfite is an inorganic salt containing sulfite ions, used primarily as an antimicrobial and antioxidant agent in food processing. It functions to preserve foods by inhibiting microbial growth and preventing oxidation, commonly found in wine, dried fruits, and processed foods.

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Potassium Borate

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Potassium borate is an inorganic compound containing potassium and boron that has been used in various industrial and food-related applications. Its specific function in food products remains unclear, and it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.

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Potassium Bromide

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Potassium bromide is an inorganic salt compound used as a washing or surface removal agent in food processing. It functions to help clean and remove unwanted materials from food surfaces during manufacturing.

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Potassium Gibberellate

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Potassium gibberellate is a plant growth regulator derived from gibberellic acid, a naturally occurring plant hormone. It is used as a processing aid in agriculture to enhance crop growth and development, though it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.

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Potassium Glycerophosphate

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Potassium glycerophosphate is an inorganic salt compound containing potassium and glycerophosphate components. Its specific function in food applications remains unclear, and it is not currently approved as a food additive by the FDA.

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Potassium Hypophosphate

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Potassium hypophosphate (CAS 99690-64-9) is an inorganic salt compound containing potassium and hypophosphite ions. Its specific function in food applications remains undocumented in available regulatory and scientific literature.

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Potassium Hypophosphite

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Potassium hypophosphite (CAS 7782-87-8) is an inorganic salt compound containing phosphorus. Its specific function in food applications remains undetermined, and it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.

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Potassium N-methyldithiocarbamate

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Potassium N-methyldithiocarbamate is an antimicrobial agent used to preserve food by inhibiting microbial growth. While not approved as a food additive by the FDA, it has been studied for potential applications in food preservation.

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Potassium Nitrite

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Potassium nitrite (CAS 7758-09-0) is an inorganic salt containing potassium and nitrite ions. Its function in food applications remains poorly documented, and it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.

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