Safe Food Additives
1,029 substances with no significant safety concerns based on current FDA and EFSA assessments.
Showing 1–24 of 1,029 safe additives
(+)-cedrol
Flavoring(+)-Cedrol is a naturally-derived sesquiterpene alcohol used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It provides woody, cedar-like aromatic notes and is obtained from cedarwood essential oils and other plant sources.
(+/-)-1-hepten-3-ol
Flavoring(+/-)-1-hepten-3-ol is a naturally-occurring organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It provides fruity and floral notes and is employed in small quantities to enhance the sensory profile of beverages, confections, and other food items.
(+/-)-1-phenylethylmercaptan
Flavoring(+/-)-1-phenylethylmercaptan is a synthetic flavoring agent containing sulfur compounds that impart savory, meaty, and roasted aromatic notes to food products. It is used in trace amounts in processed foods to enhance complex flavor profiles.
(+/-)-2-hydroxypiperitone
Flavoring(+/-)-2-hydroxypiperitone is a naturally-derived flavoring compound used to impart minty and cooling sensations in food and beverage products. It functions as a flavoring agent and sensory adjuvant, enhancing taste profiles in various consumer goods.
(+/-)-cis- And Trans-3,5-diethyl-1,2,4-trithiolane
Flavoring(+/-)-cis- And Trans-3,5-diethyl-1,2,4-trithiolane is a synthetic chemical compound categorized as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in food products. It is recognized by the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA) as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for its intended use. Its primary function is to impart or enhance specific savory flavor notes in various foods.
(+/-)-ethyl 2-hydroxy-2-methylbutyrate
Flavoring(+/-)-Ethyl 2-hydroxy-2-methylbutyrate is a synthetic organic compound primarily used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts fruity, sweet, creamy, and dairy-like notes, enhancing the sensory profile of various foods and beverages. While not formally listed as FDA GRAS, it is recognized as GRAS by the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA) and approved for use in the European Union.
(+/-)-ethyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylvalerate
Flavoring(+/-)-ethyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylvalerate is a synthetic organic compound used as a flavoring agent and adjuvant in the food industry. It is valued for its complex aroma profile, encompassing fruity, creamy, and dairy notes. It has been evaluated by international bodies like JECFA and EFSA, which have concluded no safety concern at estimated dietary intake levels.
(+/-)-ethyl 3-mercapto-2-methylbutanoate
Flavoring(+/-)-Ethyl 3-mercapto-2-methylbutanoate is a synthetic food additive primarily used as a flavoring agent or adjuvant. It is valued for its potent fruity, tropical, and sulfurous notes, contributing specific aromas to a wide range of food and beverage products. While not formally FDA GRAS, it is recognized as safe by industry expert panels like FEMA and has undergone safety evaluation by EFSA.
(+/-)-trans- And Cis-4,8-dimethyl-3,7-nonadien-2-ol
Flavoring(+/-)-trans- And Cis-4,8-dimethyl-3,7-nonadien-2-ol is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and floral notes to food and beverage products. This alcohol-based molecule is employed in very small quantities as a flavoring agent in the food industry.
(2,4)- And (3,5)- And (3,6)-dimethyl-3-cyclohexenylcarbaldehyde
Flavoring(2,4)- and (3,5)- and (3,6)-dimethyl-3-cyclohexenylcarbaldehyde is a synthetic aromatic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. This aldehyde derivative provides woody and floral flavor notes in various food and beverage applications.
(e)-2-heptenoic Acid
Flavoring(E)-2-heptenoic acid is a naturally occurring organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts fruity and fatty notes to foods and beverages, contributing to desired sensory profiles in processed food formulations.
(e)-2-hexenal Diethyl Acetal
Flavoring(E)-2-hexenal diethyl acetal is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and floral notes in food products. It functions as a flavoring agent in beverages, baked goods, and confectionery items.
(e)-2-hexenyl Butyrate
Flavoring(E)-2-hexenyl butyrate is a synthetic flavoring compound that mimics fruity and fresh aromas, commonly used in small quantities in processed foods, beverages, and flavorings to enhance taste profiles.
(e)-ethyl 3-(2-furyl)acrylate
Flavoring(e)-Ethyl 3-(2-furyl)acrylate is a synthetic chemical compound primarily utilized as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in the food industry. Its function is to impart specific aroma and taste profiles to various food products, enhancing their sensory characteristics. While not affirmed as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA, there have been no reported adverse events or product recalls associated with its use.
(e,e)-2,4-decadien-1-ol
Flavoring(e,e)-2,4-decadien-1-ol is an organic chemical compound primarily used as a flavoring agent in food. It functions to impart or enhance specific aroma characteristics, often contributing fruity notes. This additive is permitted for use in the United States and has been evaluated by food safety authorities globally.
(e,e)-2,4-octadien-1-ol
Flavoring(E,E)-2,4-octadien-1-ol is a natural organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is an unsaturated alcohol that contributes fruity and floral notes to beverages, confections, and other processed foods.
(z)-3-hexenyl (e)-2-hexenoate
Flavoring(Z)-3-hexenyl (E)-2-hexenoate is a naturally-derived organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It provides fresh, fruity, and leafy aromatic notes and is primarily employed in beverages, confectionery, and processed foods to enhance flavor profiles.
(z)-3-hexenyl Isobutyrate
Flavoring(Z)-3-hexenyl isobutyrate is a synthetic flavoring compound that mimics natural fruity and green notes found in fruits and vegetables. It is used in small quantities in food and beverage products to enhance or create desired flavor profiles.
(z)-3-hexenyl Pyruvate
Flavoring(Z)-3-hexenyl pyruvate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fresh, herbaceous, and fruity notes to food and beverage products. It functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in the food industry.
(z)-4-dodecenal
Flavoring(Z)-4-dodecenal is a naturally occurring aldehyde compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It provides fruity, fatty, and green notes to enhance food flavor profiles.
(z)-4-hepten-1-ol
Flavoring(Z)-4-hepten-1-ol is a naturally occurring organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It contributes fruity and floral notes to beverages, confections, and other processed foods.
(z)-4-hydroxy-6-dodecenoic Acid Lactone
Flavoring(Z)-4-hydroxy-6-dodecenoic acid lactone is a naturally-occurring lactone compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts creamy, coconut-like, and buttery flavor notes to various food applications.
(z)-5-octenyl Propionate
Flavoring(Z)-5-octenyl propionate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and fresh aromas to food products. It functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in various processed foods and beverages.
1,1-dimethoxy-trans-2-hexene
Flavoring1,1-dimethoxy-trans-2-hexene (CAS 18318-83-7) is a synthetic flavoring agent used in the food industry to impart specific aroma notes. Primarily functioning as a flavoring agent or adjuvant, it contributes green, fatty, and fruity characteristics to various food products. Its safety has been evaluated by expert panels, leading to its acceptance for use at low levels in food.
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