Safe Food Additives
1,029 substances with no significant safety concerns based on current FDA and EFSA assessments.
Showing 505–528 of 1,029 safe additives
Elder Flowers (sambucus Canadensis L. Or Sambucus Nigra L.)
FlavoringElder flowers are botanical flavoring agents derived from European (Sambucus nigra) or American (Sambucus canadensis) elderberry plants. They are used in food and beverages as natural flavor enhancers and flavoring agents to impart floral, fruity notes.
Elder Tree Leaves (sambucus Nigra L.)
FlavoringElder tree leaves (Sambucus nigra L.) are a botanical flavoring agent derived from the European elderberry plant. Used primarily as a natural flavoring adjuvant in food and beverage products, this ingredient has a long history of culinary use in traditional European cuisines.
Elemi, Gum
FlavoringGum Elemi is a natural resin obtained from Canarium luzonicum trees, primarily used as a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in food products. It contributes aromatic and taste characteristics to beverages, confections, and other food items.
Enzymes, Bacterial
OtherBacterial enzymes are naturally occurring proteins produced by microorganisms that catalyze biochemical reactions in food processing. They function as processing aids to improve texture, flavor, and efficiency in food manufacturing without becoming part of the final product.
Enzymes, Proteolytic
EmulsifierProteolytic enzymes are naturally occurring proteins that break down other proteins into smaller components. In food production, they function as processing aids, emulsifiers, and fermentation aids in various applications including baking, brewing, and dairy processing.
Erigeron, Oil (erigeron Canadensis L.)
FlavoringErigeron oil is a flavoring agent derived from Erigeron canadensis L. (horseweed plant). It is used in food and beverage products to provide herbal and plant-based flavor notes.
Ethanethiol
FlavoringEthanethiol, also known as ethyl mercaptan, is an organosulfur compound primarily used as a flavoring agent in the food industry. Despite its potent and often unpleasant odor at high concentrations, it is employed at extremely low levels to impart savory, meaty, onion, or garlic notes to various processed foods. Its function as a flavoring is valued for enhancing specific taste profiles in a controlled manner.
Ethyl 2,4,7-decatrienoate
FlavoringEthyl 2,4,7-decatrienoate is a synthetic food additive primarily used as a flavoring agent or adjuvant. It is valued for its fruity aroma, reminiscent of apple, pineapple, and tropical fruits, and is incorporated into a variety of food products to enhance their sensory profile.
Ethyl 2-ethyl-3-phenylpropanoate
FlavoringEthyl 2-ethyl-3-phenylpropanoate is a synthetic chemical compound classified as a flavoring agent or adjuvant. It is used in the food industry to impart fruity, sweet, apple, or pear-like notes to various food products. While it does not have an FDA GRAS notification, it has been affirmed as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA) and approved by regulatory bodies in the European Union and internationally.
Ethyl 2-ethylbutyrate
FlavoringEthyl 2-ethylbutyrate (CAS 2983-38-2) is a synthetic chemical compound classified as a flavoring agent or adjuvant. It is primarily used in the food industry to impart specific fruity, sweet, or fatty notes, enhancing the aroma and taste profiles of various products.
Ethyl 2-ethylhexanoate
FlavoringEthyl 2-ethylhexanoate is an ester commonly used as a flavoring agent in food products, imparting fruity, green, and wine-like notes. It has been affirmed as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA) and is approved for use as a flavoring in the European Union.
Ethyl 2-furanpropionate
FlavoringEthyl 2-furanpropionate is a synthetic organic compound primarily utilized as a flavoring agent in the food industry. It is valued for contributing specific aromatic notes, often described as fruity, caramel, or roasted, to various food products. This compound is used at very low concentrations to enhance taste profiles.
Ethyl 2-hexenoate
FlavoringEthyl 2-hexenoate is a synthetic flavoring agent primarily used in food products to impart fruity and green notes. It is widely recognized as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for its intended use by the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA) and has been evaluated by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
Ethyl 2-hydroxy-3-phenylpropionate
FlavoringEthyl 2-hydroxy-3-phenylpropionate is a synthetic organic compound, an ester, primarily used in the food industry as a flavoring agent or adjuvant. It is valued for its ability to impart desirable sweet, fruity, and floral notes to a variety of food products. While not specifically designated as FDA GRAS, it is recognized as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA).
Ethyl 2-hydroxyethyl Sulfide
FlavoringEthyl 2-hydroxyethyl Sulfide (CAS 110-77-0) is a synthetic organic compound primarily used as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in food products. It contributes to specific flavor profiles in various foods and beverages. While not specifically listed as FDA GRAS, it is recognized as safe by the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA) and approved by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and JECFA for its intended use.
Ethyl 2-mercapto-2-methylpropionate
FlavoringEthyl 2-mercapto-2-methylpropionate is a synthetic chemical compound used as a flavoring agent in various food products. It is valued for its specific flavor contributions, often described as fruity, tropical, or sulfury notes, and is utilized at very low concentrations to enhance taste profiles. While not formally listed as FDA GRAS, its safety has been evaluated by the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA) Expert Panel, which designated it as GRAS.
Ethyl 2-mercaptopropionate
FlavoringEthyl 2-mercaptopropionate is a synthetic flavoring compound containing a sulfur-based chemical structure, used primarily as a flavor enhancer and flavoring agent in food manufacturing. It imparts savory, meaty, and sulfurous notes to processed foods and beverages.
Ethyl 3-(ethylthio)butyrate
FlavoringEthyl 3-(ethylthio)butyrate is a synthetic organic compound primarily used as a flavoring agent in various food products to impart specific aroma and taste notes. It is recognized as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA). While not formally affirmed as GRAS by the U.S. FDA, its use is widely accepted in the food industry under expert GRAS determinations and relevant food additive regulations.
Ethyl 3-hexenoate
FlavoringEthyl 3-hexenoate is a synthetic flavoring agent widely used in the food industry to impart and enhance fruity, sweet, and green notes, often described as pineapple, strawberry, or apple-like. Chemically an ester, it is utilized as a flavor enhancer and flavoring agent in various food products and beverages. While not formally recognized as FDA GRAS through a notification process, it holds FEMA GRAS status, indicating its acceptance for use by qualified experts in the United States.
Ethyl 3-hydroxyhexanoate
FlavoringEthyl 3-hydroxyhexanoate is a synthetic flavoring agent and flavor enhancer used in various food products to impart fruity, creamy, or fermented notes. It is an ester compound also found naturally in some fruits and dairy. While not specifically affirmed by the FDA through its GRAS notification program, it is recognized as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA).
Ethyl 3-hydroxyoctanoate
FlavoringEthyl 3-hydroxyoctanoate is a synthetic flavoring agent widely used in the food industry to impart fruity, waxy, or fatty notes. As an ester compound, it functions primarily as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in various food products to enhance or create specific aroma profiles. While not directly designated as FDA GRAS, it is recognized as safe by other authoritative bodies like FEMA and EFSA for its intended use in food.
Ethyl 3-mercaptobutyrate
FlavoringEthyl 3-mercaptobutyrate is a synthetic chemical compound primarily used as a flavoring agent in a variety of food products. It imparts specific savory, sulfury, and fruity notes, notably reminiscent of blackcurrant and tropical fruits. Its application is typically at very low concentrations to enhance or create desired flavor profiles.
Ethyl 4-methylpentanoate
FlavoringEthyl 4-methylpentanoate is a synthetic flavoring compound with a fruity aroma, commonly used to impart apple and fruit-like notes to processed foods and beverages. Though not officially designated as GRAS by the FDA, it has been used in food applications with no recorded adverse events or recalls.
Ethyl 5-hexenoate
FlavoringEthyl 5-hexenoate is a synthetic chemical compound used primarily as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It is valued for its distinct fruity aroma, often described as pineapple or tropical fruit notes, contributing to the sensory profile of various products. Its function is to enhance or impart specific flavor characteristics.
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