Food Additives Under Review
2,256 substances where current data is insufficient to assign a definitive safety rating.
Showing 793–816 of 2,256 under review additives
Alpha-amylcinnamyl Formate
FlavoringAlpha-amylcinnamyl formate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and floral notes in food products. It is not approved as GRAS by the FDA and has limited regulatory acceptance in most markets.
Alpha-amylcinnamyl Isovalerate
FlavoringAlpha-amylcinnamyl isovalerate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and floral notes in food and beverage products. It is not currently approved by the FDA as a Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) substance but has no reported adverse events or recalls.
Alpha-bisabolol
FlavoringAlpha-bisabolol is a naturally occurring sesquiterpene alcohol found in chamomile and other plants, used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It provides a warm, woody, and slightly floral taste profile to various food products.
Alpha-butyl-omega-hydroxypoly(oxyethylene) Poly(oxypropylene)
OtherAlpha-butyl-omega-hydroxypoly(oxyethylene) Poly(oxypropylene) is a synthetic surfactant and antifoaming agent primarily used in industrial boiler water treatment systems. It is not approved for direct food use by the FDA and does not appear in food products intended for human consumption.
Alpha-butylcinnamaldehyde
FlavoringAlpha-butylcinnamaldehyde is a synthetic aromatic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It provides cinnamon-like sensory characteristics and is employed to enhance or modify flavor profiles in various food and beverage applications.
Alpha-campholenic Alcohol
FlavoringAlpha-campholenic alcohol is a naturally-derived organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It contributes camphor-like and woody aromatic notes to beverages, confections, and other food items.
Alpha-damascone
FlavoringAlpha-damascone is a synthetic flavoring compound that imparts fruity, rose-like, and woody notes to food and beverages. It is used in small quantities to enhance or create specific flavor profiles in processed foods and drinks.
Alpha-ethyl Benzyl Butyrate
FlavoringAlpha-ethyl benzyl butyrate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and ester-like notes to food and beverages. It is not designated as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA but has no reported adverse events or recalls.
Alpha-furfuryl Octanoate
FlavoringAlpha-furfuryl octanoate is a synthetic flavoring compound that imparts fruity and complex taste notes to food products. It is used in small quantities as a flavoring agent in processed foods, beverages, and other consumer products.
Alpha-galactosidase From Morteirella Vinaceae Raffinoseutilizer
OtherAlpha-galactosidase from Mortierella vinaceae is an enzyme derived from a fungal source that breaks down complex sugars (raffinose oligosaccharides) in food. It is used in food processing to reduce flatulence-causing sugars and improve digestibility of certain plant-based foods.
Alpha-hexylcinnamaldehyde
FlavoringAlpha-hexylcinnamaldehyde (CAS 101-86-0) is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts a spicy, warm aromatic character and is employed in limited applications within the food and beverage industry.
Alpha-hydro-omega-hydroxy Poly(oxyethylene) Poly(oxypropylene) Poly(oxyethylene) (15 Mole Minimum) Blocked Copolymer, Low Erucic Acid Rapeseed Oil Polymers
OtherThis is a complex polymeric surface-active agent derived from rapeseed oil, designed to modify surface properties in food applications. It functions as an emulsifier and stabilizer in processed foods where oil and water phases need to be maintained.
Alpha-ionene
FlavoringAlpha-ionene is a synthetic flavoring compound classified as a terpene derivative used to provide woody and ionone-like aromatic notes in food products. It functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in various processed foods and beverages.
Alpha-ionol
FlavoringAlpha-ionol is a synthetic flavoring compound with antioxidant properties used to enhance taste and preserve freshness in food products. It is not currently approved as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA, though it has no reported adverse events or recalls.
Alpha-irone
FlavoringAlpha-irone is a synthetic flavoring compound classified as a flavoring agent or adjuvant. It is used in small quantities in food products to provide or enhance flavor characteristics, though it is not approved as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Alpha-isobutylphenethyl Alcohol
FlavoringAlpha-isobutylphenethyl alcohol is a synthetic aromatic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It provides floral and fruity notes to beverages, confectionery, and other processed foods.
Alpha-isomethylionone
FlavoringAlpha-isomethylionone (CAS 127-51-5) is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart woody and floral notes in food and beverage products. It is not approved as a Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) substance by the FDA, though it has not been associated with reported adverse events or product recalls.
Alpha-ketobutyric Acid
FlavoringAlpha-ketobutyric acid is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in food products. It belongs to the keto acid family and is employed to modify or enhance taste profiles in various food applications.
Alpha-methyl-beta-hydroxypropyl Alpha-methyl-beta-mercaptopropyl Sulfide
FlavoringAlpha-methyl-beta-hydroxypropyl Alpha-methyl-beta-mercaptopropyl Sulfide (CAS 54957-02-7) is a synthetic organic compound used as a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in food products. This sulfur-containing molecule is designed to impart or intensify savory and meaty flavor notes in various food applications.
Alpha-methylbenzyl Acetate
FlavoringAlpha-methylbenzyl acetate (CAS 93-92-5) is a synthetic organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food and beverage products. It provides fruity and floral aromatic characteristics to enhance product taste profiles.
Alpha-methylbenzyl Alcohol
FlavoringAlpha-methylbenzyl alcohol (CAS 98-85-1) is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It functions as a flavoring adjuvant to enhance or modify taste and aroma profiles in various food applications.
Alpha-methylbenzyl Formate
FlavoringAlpha-methylbenzyl formate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and floral notes in food products. It is not currently approved as a Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) substance by the FDA but has no documented adverse events or recalls associated with its use.
Alpha-methylbenzyl Isobutyrate
FlavoringAlpha-methylbenzyl isobutyrate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and floral notes in food products. It is not approved as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA but has not been associated with adverse events or recalls.
Alpha-methylcinnamaldehyde
FlavoringAlpha-methylcinnamaldehyde is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in food products. It is a synthetic aromatic aldehyde that imparts spicy, cinnamon-like sensory characteristics to beverages, confectionery, and other food applications.
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