Stabilizer Additives
60 FDA-listed stabilizer substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.
Showing 25–48 of 60 stabilizer additives
Magnesium Phosphate, Tribasic
StabilizerMagnesium phosphate, tribasic is an inorganic mineral compound used in food as a nutrient supplement, pH control agent, and stabilizer. It provides bioavailable magnesium while helping maintain product stability and texture in various food formulations.
Mineral Oil, White
StabilizerWhite mineral oil is a highly refined petroleum product used in food processing as a lubricant, release agent, and stabilizer. It functions to prevent sticking, maintain texture, and facilitate manufacturing processes in various food applications.
Phenyl Salicylate
StabilizerPhenyl salicylate is an organic compound used as an antioxidant and stabilizer in food products. It helps prevent oxidative degradation and maintain product stability during storage and processing.
Polydextrose
StabilizerPolydextrose is a synthetic polymer made from dextrose that functions as a bulking agent, humectant, and texturizer in food products. It is widely used in low-calorie and sugar-free foods to provide texture and mouthfeel while contributing minimal calories.
Polyvinylpyrrolidone
StabilizerPolyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) is a synthetic polymer used in food as a stabilizer, thickener, and processing aid. It helps maintain product consistency and texture in various food and beverage applications by binding water and other ingredients.
Potassium Hydroxide
StabilizerPotassium hydroxide is a strong alkaline compound used in food processing as a pH control agent, stabilizer, and processing aid. It is Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA and serves functions including surface removal, formulation assistance, and maintaining product stability in various food applications.
Potassium Phosphate, Monobasic
StabilizerPotassium phosphate, monobasic (KH2PO4) is an inorganic salt used in food processing as a stabilizer, pH control agent, and nutrient supplement. It helps maintain food texture, regulate acidity, and support fermentation processes in various food and beverage applications.
Potassium Stearate
StabilizerPotassium stearate is a potassium salt of stearic acid used in food manufacturing as a stabilizer, lubricant, and antimicrobial agent. It helps maintain product consistency and shelf stability in various processed foods and beverages.
Rice Starch
StabilizerRice starch is a carbohydrate extracted from rice grains, commonly used as a stabilizer and thickening agent in food products. It helps maintain texture, prevent separation, and improve consistency in various processed foods without adding significant nutritional value.
Sodium Fluoride
StabilizerSodium fluoride (CAS 7681-49-4) is an inorganic compound historically used as a stabilizer and thickening agent in food processing. It is not currently approved as a food additive by the FDA and has limited modern food applications due to its primary association with dental and pharmaceutical uses.
Sodium Palmitate
StabilizerSodium palmitate is a sodium salt of palmitic acid, a saturated fatty acid commonly used in food production as a stabilizer, anti-caking agent, and formulation aid. It helps maintain product consistency and prevent clumping in powdered and dry food products.
Sodium Thiosulfate
StabilizerSodium thiosulfate (Na₂S₂O₃) is an inorganic compound used in food processing as a stabilizer, antioxidant, and sequestrant. It helps prevent oxidation and color deterioration in various food products while also functioning as a formulation aid in manufacturing processes.
Soy Protein Concentrate, Enzyme Activated
StabilizerSoy Protein Concentrate, Enzyme Activated is a plant-derived protein ingredient produced from soybeans through enzymatic processing. It functions as a nutrient supplement, stabilizer, thickener, and texturizer in food products, enhancing nutritional content and improving product consistency.
Soybean Oil, Epoxidized
StabilizerEpoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is a modified vegetable oil derived from soybean oil through an epoxidation chemical process. It functions as a stabilizer, lubricant, and formulation aid in food manufacturing, primarily used in plastic food contact materials and certain food applications.
Starch, Food, Modified: Acetylated Distarch Glycerol
StabilizerAcetylated distarch glycerol is a modified starch derived from natural sources, chemically altered to improve its stabilizing and thickening properties in food products. It is used primarily in processed foods to maintain texture, prevent separation, and improve shelf stability.
Starch, Food, Modified: Acetylated Distarch Phosphate
StabilizerAcetylated distarch phosphate is a chemically modified starch used as a stabilizer and thickener in food products. It is produced by treating food starch with acetic anhydride and phosphorus oxychloride to improve its functional properties in processed foods.
Starch, Food, Modified: Distarch Glycerol
StabilizerDistarch glycerol is a modified starch derived from starch sources like corn or potato, with glycerol chemically bonded to the starch molecules. It functions as a stabilizer and thickener in food products, helping maintain texture and prevent separation in processed foods.
Starch, Food, Modified: Distarch Oxypropanol
StabilizerDistarch oxypropanol is a chemically modified starch derived from food sources, designed to function as a stabilizer and thickener in food products. It helps maintain texture, prevent separation, and improve shelf stability in various processed foods.
Starch, Food, Modified: Distarch Phosphate (from Phosphorus Oxychloride)
StabilizerDistarch phosphate is a modified starch produced by treating food starch with phosphorus oxychloride. It functions as a stabilizer and thickener in various food products, helping maintain texture and prevent separation during processing and storage.
Starch, Food, Modified: Distarch Phosphate (from Sodium Trimetaphosphate)
StabilizerDistarch phosphate is a modified starch created by treating food starch with sodium trimetaphosphate. It functions as a stabilizer and thickener in food products, helping maintain texture and prevent separation in various processed foods.
Starch, Food, Modified: Hydroxypropyl Distarch Glycerol
StabilizerHydroxypropyl distarch glycerol is a modified food starch derived from natural starch sources and chemically modified to improve its stabilizing and thickening properties. It is used in food manufacturing to maintain texture, prevent separation, and improve product consistency in various processed foods.
Starch, Food, Modified: Hydroxypropyl Distarch Phosphate
StabilizerHydroxypropyl distarch phosphate is a chemically modified starch derived from corn, potato, or tapioca used as a stabilizer and thickener in processed foods. It helps maintain product texture, consistency, and shelf stability in various applications.
Starch, Food, Modified: Hydroxypropyl Starch
StabilizerHydroxypropyl starch is a modified food starch created by chemically treating natural starch with propylene oxide. It functions as a stabilizer and thickener in various food products to improve texture, consistency, and shelf stability.
Starch, Food, Modified: Oxidized Hydroxypropyl Starch
StabilizerOxidized hydroxypropyl starch is a chemically modified food starch created through oxidation and hydroxypropylation of natural starch. It functions as a stabilizer and thickener in processed foods, helping maintain texture and consistency in various applications.
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