Safe Food Additives
1,518 substances with no significant safety concerns based on current FDA and EFSA assessments.
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Sodium Ascorbate
ColorantSodium ascorbate is the sodium salt of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) that functions as an antioxidant and dough strengthener in food products. It prevents oxidation, maintains color and freshness, and is widely used in baked goods, processed meats, and other foods.
Sodium Bicarbonate
EmulsifierSodium bicarbonate, commonly known as baking soda, is a naturally occurring compound used in food production as a leavening agent, pH control agent, and emulsifier. It has been designated as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA and is widely used in baked goods, beverages, and processed foods.
Sodium Bisulfite
ColorantSodium bisulfite (sodium hydrogen sulfite) is a sulfiting agent used in food production as an antimicrobial preservative, antioxidant, and processing aid. It prevents microbial spoilage and oxidation in various foods while also functioning as a dough strengthener and flour treatment agent.
Sodium Caprate
EmulsifierSodium caprate is a sodium salt of capric acid (a 10-carbon fatty acid) used as an emulsifier, anticaking agent, and release agent in food products. It helps maintain product texture and prevent clumping in powdered and processed foods.
Sodium Carbonate
FlavoringSodium carbonate is an inorganic salt compound commonly known as washing soda or soda ash. In food production, it functions as a pH control agent, antioxidant, curing agent, and processing aid across various food categories.
Sodium Caseinate
EmulsifierSodium caseinate is a milk-derived protein product used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in food manufacturing. It helps maintain texture, prevent separation, and improve consistency in various processed foods and beverages.
Sodium Chloride
ColorantSodium chloride, commonly known as table salt, is a naturally occurring mineral compound widely used in food processing. It serves multiple functions including preservation, flavoring, and texture enhancement across virtually all food categories.
Sodium Diacetate
FlavoringSodium diacetate is a food additive composed of sodium acetate and acetic acid that functions as a flavoring agent and flavor adjuvant. It is commonly used in processed foods to enhance taste profiles and provide a mild acidic or salty flavor.
Sodium Erythorbate
ColorantSodium erythorbate is a food additive and antioxidant derived from erythorbic acid that functions as a preservative and color stabilizer in processed foods. It is chemically similar to vitamin C and is primarily used in cured meats, beverages, and other products to prevent oxidation and maintain product quality.
Sodium Ferricitropyrophosphate
NutrientSodium ferricitropyrophosphate is an iron compound used as a nutrient supplement in food fortification. It provides bioavailable iron to address dietary deficiencies in populations consuming fortified foods.
Sodium Fumarate
NutrientSodium fumarate is the sodium salt of fumaric acid, a naturally occurring organic compound used as a nutrient supplement in food products. It functions as a source of fumaric acid, which plays a role in cellular energy metabolism and is used to fortify foods with this nutritional component.
Sodium Glucoheptonate
OtherSodium glucoheptonate is a sodium salt of glucoheptonic acid, a seven-carbon sugar acid. It is primarily used as a boiler water additive in food processing equipment rather than as a direct food ingredient, functioning to prevent scale and corrosion in industrial steam generation systems.
Sodium Gluconate
FlavoringSodium gluconate is a sodium salt of gluconic acid, a naturally occurring organic compound derived from glucose. It functions as a flavor enhancer, sequestrant, and nutrient supplement in food products, helping to stabilize formulations and improve taste profiles.
Sodium Hexametaphosphate
FlavoringSodium hexametaphosphate (SHMP) is an inorganic phosphate compound used as a flavoring agent and adjuvant in food processing. It functions primarily as a sequestrant and texturizer in various food applications, particularly in seafood and processed meats.
Sodium Humate
OtherSodium humate is a salt derived from humic acid, a naturally occurring organic compound found in soil and decomposed organic matter. It is primarily used as a boiler water additive in food processing equipment rather than as a direct food ingredient, functioning to prevent scale buildup and corrosion in industrial water systems.
Sodium Hydroxide
ColorantSodium hydroxide (caustic soda) is a strong alkaline compound used in food processing as a pH control agent, dough strengthener, and processing aid. It helps modify food texture, remove skins from vegetables, and adjust acidity levels in various food products.
Sodium Hypochlorite
Dough-conditionerSodium hypochlorite (CAS 7681-52-9) is a chlorine-based oxidizing agent used as a dough conditioner and flour treating agent in food production. It strengthens dough structure and improves baking properties by oxidizing proteins and starches in flour.
Sodium Lactate
EmulsifierSodium lactate is the sodium salt of lactic acid, a naturally occurring compound produced during fermentation. It functions as an antimicrobial preservative, emulsifier, and pH control agent in various food products, helping extend shelf life and maintain product stability.
Sodium Laurate
EmulsifierSodium laurate is a salt derived from lauric acid, commonly used as an emulsifier and anti-caking agent in food products. It helps maintain product texture and flowability by reducing clumping and improving consistency in powdered and processed foods.
Sodium Metaphosphate
EmulsifierSodium metaphosphate is a phosphate-based food additive that functions as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and pH control agent. It is widely used in processed foods to improve texture, prevent separation, and enhance flavor, and has been designated as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Sodium Myristate
EmulsifierSodium myristate is a salt derived from myristic acid, a saturated fatty acid. It functions as an emulsifier, anticaking agent, and release agent in food manufacturing, helping maintain product texture and prevent clumping.
Sodium N-alkylbenzenesulfonate
OtherSodium N-alkylbenzenesulfonate (SNABS) is a synthetic surfactant compound used as a washing and surface removal agent in food processing. It functions to remove residues and contaminants from food contact surfaces and equipment during industrial cleaning operations.
Sodium Oleate
EmulsifierSodium oleate (CAS 143-19-1) is a salt derived from oleic acid, a naturally occurring fatty acid. It functions as an emulsifier, anticaking agent, and stabilizer in food products, helping to maintain texture and prevent clumping in dry ingredients.
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.
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