Safe Food Additives
1,518 substances with no significant safety concerns based on current FDA and EFSA assessments.
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Fungal Pectinase
OtherFungal pectinase is an enzyme derived from fungal sources that breaks down pectin, a naturally occurring polysaccharide in plant cell walls. It is used in food processing to improve juice clarity, extract yields, and texture modification in various beverages and food products.
Furcelleran
OtherFurcelleran is a natural polysaccharide extracted from red algae (Furcellaria lumbricalis) that functions as a processing aid and gelling agent in food production. It is structurally similar to carrageenan and is used to improve texture and stability in various food products.
Furcelleran, Calcium Salt Of
EmulsifierFurcelleran, calcium salt of (also known as furcellaran or furcelleran) is a natural polysaccharide extracted from red seaweed that functions as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickener in food products. It is chemically similar to carrageenan and is used to improve texture and shelf stability in various processed foods.
Furcelleran, Potassium Salt Of
EmulsifierFurcelleran, potassium salt of is a natural polysaccharide derived from red algae used as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickener in food products. It functions similarly to carrageenan and helps maintain texture and consistency in various food applications.
Furcelleran, Sodium Salt Of
EmulsifierFurcelleran, sodium salt of is a natural polysaccharide derived from red seaweed used as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickener in food products. It functions similarly to carrageenan and helps maintain texture and consistency in various processed foods.
Furfural
FlavoringFurfural (CAS 98-01-1) is an organic compound derived from pentose sugars that functions as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts nutty, roasted, and caramel-like flavors and is naturally present in many foods including coffee, bread, and beer.
Furfuryl Alcohol
FlavoringFurfuryl alcohol is an organic compound derived from plant-based materials that functions as a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in food products. It is not approved as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA but has not been associated with any reported adverse events in the food supply.
Furfuryl Formate
FlavoringFurfuryl formate is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It contributes fruity and caramel-like aromatic notes and is employed in small quantities to enhance flavor profiles in various processed foods.
Fusel Oil, Refined
FlavoringFusel oil, refined (CAS 8013-75-0) is a byproduct of alcoholic fermentation consisting of higher alcohols and esters. It is used as a flavoring agent to impart fruity, brandy-like notes in food and beverage products.
Galanga, Greater (alpinia Galanga Willd)
FlavoringGreater galanga is a rhizome from the Alpinia galanga plant native to Southeast Asia, used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It imparts a warm, slightly peppery taste with aromatic complexity and is commonly found in Asian cuisines and spice blends.
Galangal Root (alpinia Spp.)
FlavoringGalangal root is a rhizome from plants in the Alpinia species, native to Southeast Asia. It functions as a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in food products, imparting a warm, spicy, slightly citrusy taste similar to ginger but with distinct aromatic properties.
Galangal Root, Oil (alpinia Spp.)
FlavoringGalangal root oil is an essential oil derived from plants of the Alpinia genus, used as a natural flavoring agent in food and beverages. It provides a warm, spicy-citrus flavor profile and is obtained through extraction methods from dried galangal rhizomes.
Galbanum, Oil (ferula Spp.)
FlavoringGalbanum oil is a natural flavoring agent derived from ferula species plants, traditionally used in food and fragrance applications. It functions as a flavor enhancer and flavoring adjuvant, contributing green, herbal, and slightly musty notes to food products.
Galbanum, Resin (ferula Spp.)
FlavoringGalbanum resin is a natural flavoring agent derived from ferula plants, used primarily as a flavor enhancer and flavoring adjuvant in food products. It contributes a distinctive green, herbaceous note to food formulations.
Gambir (uncaria Gambir Roxb.)
FlavoringGambir is a natural extract from the Uncaria gambir plant containing tannins and catechins, used as a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in food products. It imparts astringent and slightly bitter taste notes and has been traditionally used in beverages and confectionery.
Gamma-decalactone
FlavoringGamma-decalactone is a naturally occurring organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts a fruity, peach-like aroma and is employed to enhance the sensory properties of various processed foods and beverages.
Gamma-dodecalactone
FlavoringGamma-dodecalactone is a naturally-occurring organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It provides fruity, creamy, and coconut-like flavor notes and is employed in small quantities to enhance the sensory profile of various processed foods and beverages.
Gamma-heptalactone
FlavoringGamma-heptalactone is a naturally occurring organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts a coconut, fruity, or creamy taste and odor to various food and beverage applications.
Gamma-hexalactone
FlavoringGamma-hexalactone is a naturally occurring organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts fruity, coconut-like sensory characteristics and is employed in small quantities to enhance flavor profiles in various processed foods and beverages.
Gamma-ionone
FlavoringGamma-ionone (CAS 79-76-5) is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It contributes fruity, floral, and woody aromatic notes to beverages, confections, and other processed foods.
Gamma-octadecalactone
FlavoringGamma-octadecalactone (CAS 502-26-1) is a synthetic flavoring compound that belongs to the lactone chemical family. It is used in the food industry to impart creamy, buttery, and coconut-like flavor notes to various food products.
Gamma-terpinene
FlavoringGamma-terpinene is a naturally occurring terpene compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It contributes citrus and spicy aromatic notes and is derived from essential oils of plants like cumin and marjoram.
Gamma-undecalactone
FlavoringGamma-undecalactone (CAS 104-67-6) is a naturally occurring organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It provides a characteristic peach-like or fruity aroma and taste to beverages, dairy products, and confectionery items.
Garlic
FlavoringGarlic is a flavoring agent derived from the bulb of Allium sativum, a plant in the lily family. It is widely used in food products to provide characteristic savory and pungent flavors and has GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status with the FDA.
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