Safe Food Additives
1,518 substances with no significant safety concerns based on current FDA and EFSA assessments.
Showing 1465–1488 of 1,518 safe additives
Undecanal Propyleneglycol Acetal
FlavoringUndecanal propyleneglycol acetal is a synthetic flavoring compound created by combining undecanal with propylene glycol. It is used in food manufacturing to provide fruity and floral flavor notes in various consumer food products.
Undecen-1-ol
FlavoringUndecen-1-ol (CAS 112-43-6) is a naturally occurring unsaturated fatty alcohol used as a flavoring agent in food products. It contributes fruity and floral notes to various food and beverage formulations.
Valencene
FlavoringValencene is a naturally occurring volatile organic compound classified as a flavoring agent that imparts citrus and woody notes to food and beverages. It is primarily used in small quantities to enhance flavor profiles in processed foods and drinks.
Valeric Acid
FlavoringValeric acid is a naturally occurring short-chain fatty acid with a pungent odor, used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts cheese, butter, and fermented food notes to various foods and beverages.
Vanilla (vanilla Spp.)
FlavoringVanilla (Vanilla spp.) is a natural flavoring agent derived from vanilla orchid pods, widely used in food and beverages to provide characteristic vanilla flavor. It is recognized as safe by the FDA and has no reported adverse events or recalls associated with its use.
Vanilla, Extract (vanilla Spp.)
ColorantVanilla extract is a liquid preparation derived from vanilla beans (Vanilla spp.) that contains vanilla's characteristic flavor compounds and natural coloring properties. It is widely used in food manufacturing as both a flavoring agent and a minor coloring adjunct, particularly in baked goods, beverages, and desserts.
Vanilla, Oleoresin (vanilla Spp.)
FlavoringVanilla oleoresin is a concentrated extract derived from vanilla plant species that captures the flavor compounds of natural vanilla. It is used as a flavoring agent in food and beverage products to provide authentic vanilla taste.
Vanillic Acid
FlavoringVanillic acid is a naturally occurring organic compound derived from vanilla beans and also produced synthetically. It functions as a flavoring agent in food products, imparting vanilla-like sensory characteristics.
Vanillin
ColorantVanillin (CAS 121-33-5) is an organic compound that serves as both a flavoring agent and coloring adjunct in food products. It is the primary component responsible for the flavor and aroma of vanilla and is widely used in beverages, baked goods, desserts, and other food applications.
Vanillin Isobutyrate
FlavoringVanillin isobutyrate is a synthetic flavoring compound that combines vanillin (the primary component of vanilla flavor) with isobutyric acid. It is used in food products to provide vanilla and creamy flavor notes.
Vanillin Propylene Glycol Acetal
FlavoringVanillin Propylene Glycol Acetal is a synthetic flavoring compound created by combining vanillin (the primary flavor component of vanilla) with propylene glycol. It is used in food products to provide vanilla flavor while potentially offering improved stability compared to natural vanilla extracts.
Vanillyl Alcohol
FlavoringVanillyl alcohol (CAS 498-00-0) is an organic compound derived from vanillin that functions as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts vanilla and woody flavor notes and is used in small quantities to enhance the sensory profile of beverages, baked goods, and other food applications.
Vegetable Juice
ColorantVegetable juice is a natural colorant derived from vegetables, used to impart or enhance color in food products. It is recognized as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA and contains no reported adverse events or recalls.
Vetiver, Oil (vetiveria Zizanioides Stapf)
FlavoringVetiver oil is an essential oil extracted from the roots of the vetiver grass (Vetiveria zizanioides), a tropical plant native to India. It is used as a flavoring agent and adjuvant in food products to impart earthy, woody, and slightly smoky taste notes.
Vinyl Chloride-vinylidene Chloride Copolymer
OtherVinyl chloride-vinylidene chloride copolymer is a synthetic plastic material used as a surface-finishing agent in food contact applications. It forms protective coatings on food packaging and processing equipment to prevent contamination and extend shelf life.
Vitamin A
NutrientVitamin A is an essential fat-soluble nutrient added to foods to prevent deficiency and support human health. It is widely used in fortification programs for dairy products, cereals, and supplements, with no reported adverse events or recalls in FDA databases.
Vitamin A Acetate
NutrientVitamin A Acetate is a synthetic form of vitamin A used as a nutrient supplement in food and beverages. It serves as a fortification ingredient to increase the vitamin A content of products, supporting normal vision, immune function, and skin health.
Vitamin A Palmitate
ColorantVitamin A Palmitate is a fat-soluble form of vitamin A used as both a colorant and nutritional supplement in food products. It provides the essential nutrient retinol in a stable, shelf-stable form suitable for fortification of foods and beverages.
Vitamin B Complex And Syrup
NutrientVitamin B Complex and Syrup is a nutrient supplement formulation combining B vitamins with a syrup base, used to fortify food and beverage products. It provides essential B vitamins including thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, and other B vitamins that support energy metabolism and cellular function.
Vitamin B-12
NutrientVitamin B-12 (cobalamin) is an essential water-soluble vitamin naturally found in animal products and used as a nutrient supplement in fortified foods and beverages. It plays a critical role in red blood cell formation, DNA synthesis, and nervous system function.
Vitamin D
NutrientVitamin D is a fat-soluble nutrient that functions as both a vitamin and hormone in the body. It is commonly added to foods such as milk, cereals, and fortified beverages to help consumers meet daily nutritional requirements and support bone health.
Vitamin D-2
NutrientVitamin D-2 (ergocalciferol) is a fat-soluble vitamin produced from ergosterol found in fungi and plants. It is added to foods as a nutrient supplement to prevent deficiency and support bone health and calcium absorption.
Vitamin D-3
NutrientVitamin D-3 (cholecalciferol) is a fat-soluble nutrient naturally produced in skin when exposed to sunlight and obtained from animal-based food sources. It is added to foods as a nutritional fortification to support calcium absorption and bone health.
Vitamin D<sub>2</sub> Mushroom Powder
NutrientVitamin D2 Mushroom Powder is a plant-based nutrient derived from mushrooms that have been exposed to ultraviolet light, converting ergosterol into vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol). It is used as a fortification ingredient to increase vitamin D content in food products, particularly in plant-based and vegetarian formulations.
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