Other Additives

Chlorine Solution, Aqueous

Chlorine solution, aqueous is a diluted form of chlorine gas dissolved in water, used primarily as an antimicrobial agent and fumigant in food processing. It is employed to reduce microbial contamination on food contact surfaces, equipment, and in some cases, on produce itself.

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Chlorofluorocarbon 113

Chlorofluorocarbon 113 (CFC-113) is a synthetic refrigerant compound historically used as a freezing and cooling agent in direct contact with food products. Due to environmental concerns regarding ozone layer depletion, this substance has been phased out globally and is no longer permitted for food contact applications in most jurisdictions.

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Chlorofluorocarbons--prohibited

Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are synthetic compounds that were historically used as propellants in food aerosol products. These substances have been prohibited in food applications due to their significant environmental impact on ozone depletion, rather than direct food safety concerns.

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Chloroform

Chloroform (trichloromethane) is a volatile organic compound historically used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. It is no longer approved for use in food in most jurisdictions due to regulatory restrictions and the availability of safer alternatives.

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Chloromethyl Methyl Ether

Chloromethyl methyl ether (CAS 107-30-2) is a chemical compound used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. It is not approved as a food additive by the FDA and is not listed as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS).

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Chloropentafluoroethane

Chloropentafluoroethane (CFC-115) is a chlorofluorocarbon compound historically used as a propellant in food aerosol products. It has been phased out in most applications due to ozone depletion concerns rather than direct food safety issues.

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Chlorophyll

Chlorophyll is the ubiquitous green pigment found in plants, essential for photosynthesis. While naturally present in numerous foods, the specific function of chlorophyll (CAS 1406-65-1) when added directly as an isolated food additive is often listed as unknown, primarily because its derivatives, such as copper chlorophyllins, are the more stable and commonly utilized forms for food applications.

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Chymosin Preparation, Kluyveromyces Marxianus Var. Lactis

Chymosin Preparation from Kluyveromyces Marxianus Var. Lactis is a genetically modified enzyme used in cheese production to coagulate milk. It functions as a milk-clotting enzyme, replacing traditional animal-derived rennet in modern cheesemaking.

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Cinnamon Leaf Oil, Rectified

Cinnamon Leaf Oil, Rectified is a refined essential oil derived from cinnamon leaves through distillation and purification processes. Its specific function in food applications remains undocumented, though essential oils are occasionally used as flavoring agents or aromatic compounds in food products.

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Clary Sage, Absolute

Clary Sage, Absolute (CAS 8022-75-1) is a concentrated aromatic extract derived from the flowering tops and leaves of the Clary Sage plant (Salvia sclarea) through solvent extraction. While widely used in perfumery and cosmetics for its distinctive herbaceous and sweet aroma, its specific function and status as a food additive are currently unknown in major regulatory databases.

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Clary Sage, Concrete

Clary Sage, Concrete (CAS: 977183-97-3) is a semi-solid extract derived from the Salvia sclarea plant, known for its aromatic properties. While its primary applications are typically in perfumery and aromatherapy, its specific function as a food additive is currently designated as unknown, and it is not recognized as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for food use.

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Clay, Attapulgite

Clay, Attapulgite, also known as palygorskite (CAS: 12174-11-7), is a naturally occurring magnesium aluminum silicate clay mineral. In the food industry, it primarily functions as a processing aid, utilized for its adsorbent and filtration properties to clarify and purify various food products. As a processing aid, it is typically removed from the final food product.

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Cobalt Sulfate--prohibited With Exceptions

Cobalt sulfate is an inorganic compound used as a malting or fermenting aid and surface-active agent in food production. It is prohibited for use in most food applications in the United States with limited exceptions, and is not recognized as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA.

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Cobaltous Chloride--prohibited

Cobaltous chloride is an inorganic compound containing cobalt that has been prohibited for use in food by the FDA. While cobalt is an essential trace element in vitamin B12, this specific salt form is not approved for direct food additive use due to safety concerns.

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Cocoa Butter Substitute From Coconut Oil, Palm Kernel Oil Or Both Oils

Cocoa Butter Substitute (CBS) from coconut oil, palm kernel oil, or both is a lipid-based ingredient designed to replicate the functional and sensory properties of natural cocoa butter in chocolate and confectionery products. It enables manufacturers to create chocolate-like coatings and fillings with improved stability and reduced production costs.

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Cocoa Butter Substitute Primarily From High-oleic Safflower Or Sunflower Oil

Cocoa Butter Substitute Primarily From High-oleic Safflower Or Sunflower Oil is a plant-based fat engineered to mimic cocoa butter's properties in confectionery products. It functions as a surface-finishing agent to provide glossy appearance and prevent bloom in chocolate and chocolate-like coatings.

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Cocoa With Dioctyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate

Cocoa with dioctyl sodium sulfosuccinate is a food additive combination consisting of cocoa mixed with dioctyl sodium sulfosuccinate (DOSS), a surfactant compound. While FDA-approved as GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe), its specific function in this cocoa formulation remains undocumented in available scientific literature.

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Coconut Oil, Refined

Refined coconut oil is a processed vegetable oil derived from coconut meat (copra) with most impurities removed through bleaching and deodorization. It is used in food manufacturing as a cooking oil, ingredient in baked goods, and fat source in various processed foods.

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Copals, Manila

Manila copal is a natural resin derived from tropical trees, historically used in varnishes and traditional applications. Its specific function in modern food products remains unclear, and it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.

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Coriander Leaf Oil (coriandrum Sativum L.)

Coriander Leaf Oil is an essential oil derived from the leaves of Coriandrum sativum L., a plant commonly used in culinary and traditional applications. While its specific function in food products remains undocumented in regulatory databases, it is used in flavoring applications based on the plant's aromatic properties.

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Corn Endosperm Oil

Corn Endosperm Oil (CAS 977010-50-6) is a substance derived from the endosperm component of corn kernels. Its specific function as a food additive is currently classified as unknown, and it has not been recognized as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Corn Gluten

Corn gluten is a protein-rich byproduct derived from corn processing, primarily used as a animal feed ingredient and soil amendment. While sometimes listed as a food additive in databases, its primary applications are in livestock nutrition and horticultural products rather than direct human food use.

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Corn Steep Liquor

Corn steep liquor is a byproduct of corn wet-milling that contains proteins, carbohydrates, and minerals. While its specific function in food is not clearly defined, it may be used as a processing aid or nutritional supplement in various food manufacturing applications.

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Cottonseed Flour, Defatted