Safe Food Additives
1,518 substances with no significant safety concerns based on current FDA and EFSA assessments.
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Manganese Glycerophosphate
NutrientManganese glycerophosphate is an organic compound combining manganese with glycerophosphate, used as a nutrient supplement to fortify foods with bioavailable manganese. It provides an essential trace mineral important for bone development, metabolism, and antioxidant enzyme function.
Manganese Hypophosphite
NutrientManganese hypophosphite is an inorganic compound used as a nutritional supplement to provide bioavailable manganese in fortified foods and beverages. It serves as a source of the essential trace mineral manganese, which plays important roles in bone development, metabolism, and antioxidant defense.
Manganese Sulfate
NutrientManganese sulfate is an inorganic salt form of manganese used as a nutrient supplement in food and beverages. It provides bioavailable manganese, an essential trace mineral required for bone development, metabolism, and antioxidant enzyme function.
Manganous Oxide
NutrientManganous oxide (MnO) is an inorganic manganese compound used as a nutrient supplement in food and beverages to provide bioavailable manganese, an essential trace mineral. It functions as a dietary source of manganese, which supports bone development, metabolic function, and antioxidant enzyme systems in the body.
Mannitol
FlavoringMannitol is a naturally occurring sugar alcohol derived from seaweed, plants, or synthesized through hydrogenation of mannose. It functions as a non-nutritive sweetener, anti-caking agent, and flavor enhancer in various food and pharmaceutical products.
Marigold, Pot (calendula Officinalis L.)
FlavoringPot marigold (Calendula officinalis L.) is a flowering plant used as a natural flavoring agent in food products. Its petals and extracts contribute subtle floral and slightly bitter notes to culinary applications, though it remains relatively uncommon in modern food manufacturing.
Marjoram Seed (majorana Hortensis Moench (origanum Majorana L.))
FlavoringMarjoram seed is a natural flavoring agent derived from the marjoram plant (Origanum majorana L.), commonly used to impart herbaceous and aromatic notes to food products. It functions as a flavoring adjuvant in culinary applications and food manufacturing.
Marjoram, Oleoresin (marjorana Hortensis Moench (origanum Majorana L.))
FlavoringMarjoram oleoresin is a concentrated extract derived from the marjoram plant (Origanum majorana L.) that serves as a natural flavoring agent in food products. It provides the characteristic aromatic and flavor properties of marjoram to various food applications.
Marjoram, Pot (majorana Onites (l.) Benth. (origanum Vulgare L.))
FlavoringPot marjoram (Majorana onites) is a culinary herb from the mint family used as a natural flavoring agent in food products. It provides aromatic, slightly peppery notes and is employed in seasonings, sauces, and processed foods to enhance flavor profiles.
Marjoram, Sweet (majorana Hortensis Moench (origanum Majorana L.))
FlavoringSweet marjoram is a natural flavoring agent derived from the herb Origanum majorana, commonly used to add savory, aromatic flavor to food products. It is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA with no reported adverse events or recalls.
Marjoram, Sweet, Oil (majorana Hortensis Moench (origanum Majorana L.))
FlavoringSweet marjoram oil is a natural flavoring extract derived from the marjoram plant (Origanum majorana L.), used to impart herbal and aromatic flavors to food products. It functions as a flavoring agent in various culinary applications and food manufacturing.
Massaranduba Chocolate (manilkara Solimoesensis Gilly)
OtherMassaranduba chocolate is a natural masticatory substance derived from the Manilkara solimoesensis tree native to South America. It is used in chewing gum and similar products as a gum base ingredient that provides texture and chewability.
Mastic Gum
FlavoringMastic gum is a natural resin obtained from the mastic tree (Pistacia lentiscus) native to the Mediterranean region. It is used as a flavoring agent and adjuvant in food products to impart a distinctive piney, resinous taste and improve product texture.
Mate, Absolute (ilex Paraguariensis St. Hil.)
FlavoringMate Absolute is a concentrated flavoring ingredient derived from Ilex paraguariensis, a plant native to South America. It is used in the food industry to impart the characteristic bitter, herbal taste of mate tea to beverages and other products.
Menthol
FlavoringMenthol (CAS 89-78-1) is a naturally occurring organic compound derived primarily from peppermint and spearmint oils. It is used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages to provide a characteristic cool, minty taste and aroma.
Menthone
FlavoringMenthone (CAS 89-80-5) is a naturally occurring organic compound found primarily in mint plants that functions as a flavoring agent in food products. It is used to impart cooling, minty sensations and aromatic characteristics to beverages, confections, and other food items.
Menthyl Acetate
FlavoringMenthyl acetate (CAS 89-48-5) is a naturally occurring organic compound derived from or chemically similar to peppermint that functions as a flavoring agent in food products. It provides a cooling, minty taste and aroma to confections, beverages, and other food items where mint flavoring is desired.
Menthyl Propionate
FlavoringMenthyl propionate is a synthetic flavoring compound derived from menthol and propionic acid. It is used in the food and beverage industry to provide cooling, minty flavor characteristics to various products.
Methyl 2-hexenoate
FlavoringMethyl 2-hexenoate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to provide fruity, apple-like notes in food and beverage products. It functions as a flavor enhancer and flavoring agent in various commercial food applications.
Methyl 2-methylbutyrate
FlavoringMethyl 2-methylbutyrate is a synthetic ester compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It provides a fruity, apple-like aroma and taste and is employed in small quantities to enhance the sensory profile of beverages, confections, and processed foods.
Methyl 2-methylpentanoate
FlavoringMethyl 2-methylpentanoate is an organic ester compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It contributes fruity and apple-like aromatic characteristics to beverages, confections, and other processed foods.
Methyl 2-nonenoate
FlavoringMethyl 2-nonenoate (CAS 111-79-5) is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is a naturally occurring ester that provides fruity and fatty aromatic characteristics to beverages, confectionery, and other processed foods.
Methyl 2-nonynoate
FlavoringMethyl 2-nonynoate (CAS 111-80-8) is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and floral notes in food products. It belongs to the class of organic esters and is utilized in small quantities by the food industry to enhance flavor profiles in beverages, confections, and other processed foods.
Methyl 2-octynoate
FlavoringMethyl 2-octynoate (CAS 111-12-6) is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and herbaceous notes in food and beverage products. It functions as a flavoring agent to enhance or create desired taste profiles in processed foods.
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