Food Additives Under Review
2,256 substances where current data is insufficient to assign a definitive safety rating.
Showing 817–840 of 2,256 under review additives
Alpha-methylphenethyl Butyrate
FlavoringAlpha-methylphenethyl butyrate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and floral notes in food and beverage products. It belongs to the class of ester-based flavorings and is utilized in small quantities to enhance or modify taste profiles.
Alpha-propylphenethyl Alcohol
FlavoringAlpha-propylphenethyl alcohol (CAS 705-73-7) is a synthetic organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is not currently approved as a GRAS substance by the FDA and has limited regulatory history in food applications.
Alpha-terpineol
ColorantAlpha-terpineol is a naturally occurring organic compound derived from essential oils, primarily used as a flavoring agent and fragrance component in food and beverages. It is not currently approved by the FDA as a food additive, though it appears in some food products as a natural flavoring ingredient.
Alpha-terpinyl Anthranilate
FlavoringAlpha-terpinyl anthranilate (CAS 14481-52-8) is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and floral notes in food and beverage products. This aromatic ester functions as a flavoring agent to enhance taste and aroma profiles in various processed foods.
Alpha-{p-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenyl}-omega-hydroxypoly(oxyethylene)
OtherAlpha-{p-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenyl}-omega-hydroxypoly(oxyethylene), also known as octylphenol ethoxylate, is a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier. Its specific function in food applications remains poorly documented in public regulatory databases.
Althea Flowers (althea Officinalis L.)
FlavoringAlthea flowers (Althea officinalis L.) are botanical extracts derived from the marshmallow plant, used as a flavoring agent and sensory adjuvant in food products. The ingredient contributes mild floral notes and is employed primarily in specialized or artisanal food applications.
Aluminum Caprate
EmulsifierAluminum caprate (CAS 22620-93-7) is an aluminum salt of capric acid used as an emulsifier, anticaking agent, and formulation aid in food products. It helps prevent clumping in powdered foods and stabilizes oil-water mixtures in various food applications.
Aluminum Caprylate
EmulsifierAluminum caprylate is a salt compound formed from aluminum and caprylic acid, functioning primarily as an anticaking agent and emulsifier in food formulations. It helps prevent clumping in powdered products and stabilizes oil-water mixtures in various food applications.
Aluminum Laurate
EmulsifierAluminum laurate (CAS 7230-93-5) is an aluminum salt of lauric acid used as an emulsifier, anticaking agent, and formulation aid in food manufacturing. It helps prevent clumping in dry ingredients and stabilizes mixtures of oil and water-based components.
Aluminum Myristate
EmulsifierAluminum myristate is a salt compound formed from aluminum and myristic acid, functioning primarily as an anticaking agent and emulsifier in food formulations. It is used to prevent clumping in powdered products and improve texture consistency in various food applications.
Aluminum Nicotinate
NutrientAluminum nicotinate is a mineral-nutrient complex combining aluminum with niacin (vitamin B3). It is used as a nutritional supplement in food and beverage products to provide bioavailable niacin for human health.
Aluminum Oleate
EmulsifierAluminum oleate (CAS 688-37-9) is an aluminum salt of oleic acid used as an emulsifier and anticaking agent in food products. It functions to improve texture, prevent clumping, and stabilize oil-water mixtures in various food applications.
Aluminum Palmitate
EmulsifierAluminum palmitate is an aluminum salt of palmitic acid used as an emulsifier, anticaking agent, and formulation aid in food products. It functions to improve texture, prevent clumping, and stabilize ingredient mixtures in various food applications.
Aluminum Salts Of Fatty Acids
EmulsifierAluminum salts of fatty acids are emulsifiers and anticaking agents derived from aluminum and naturally occurring fatty acids. They are used in food manufacturing to improve texture, prevent clumping, and stabilize emulsions in various processed food products.
Aluminum Stearate
EmulsifierAluminum stearate is an aluminum salt of stearic acid used as an anticaking agent, free-flow agent, and emulsifier in food processing. It helps prevent clumping in powdered products and improves texture and stability in various food formulations.
Ambergris, Tincture
FlavoringAmbergris tincture is a flavoring agent derived from ambergris, a waxy substance produced in the digestive system of sperm whales. It is used in very small quantities to add subtle, complex flavor notes to food and beverages, particularly in luxury food products.
Ambrette Seed (hibiscus Abelmoschus L.)
FlavoringAmbrette seed (Hibiscus abelmoschus L.) is a plant-derived flavoring agent extracted from the seeds of the ambrette plant, a tropical hibiscus species. It is used in food and beverage applications to impart a musky, slightly sweet flavor profile.
Ambrette Seed, Oil (hibiscus Abelmoschus L.)
FlavoringAmbrette seed oil is a natural flavoring agent derived from the hibiscus Abelmoschus plant, used to impart musky, warm aromatic notes in food and beverage products. It is not currently approved as GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) by the FDA, though it has not been associated with reported adverse events or recalls.
Ambrette, Absolute, Oil (hibiscus Abelmoschus L.)
FlavoringAmbrette absolute oil is a natural flavoring ingredient derived from the hibiscus Abelmoschus plant, commonly known as musk mallow. It is used as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in food products to impart aromatic and taste characteristics.
Ambrette, Tincture (hibiscus Abelmoschus L.)
FlavoringAmbrette tincture is a flavoring agent derived from hibiscus Abelmoschus L., a plant native to tropical regions. It is used in the food industry to impart distinctive floral and musky flavor notes to various food products.
Amino Tri(methylene Phosphonic Acid), Sodium Salt
OtherAmino Tri(methylene Phosphonic Acid), Sodium Salt (ATMP) is an organophosphonate compound with unclear applications in food processing. Its specific function in food products remains undocumented in available scientific literature.
Ammonium Acetate
OtherAmmonium acetate (CAS 631-61-8) is an inorganic salt compound formed from ammonia and acetic acid. While not currently approved as a food additive by the FDA, it has industrial and laboratory applications, with its food use function remaining undocumented in regulatory databases.
Ammonium Citrate, Dibasic
LubricantAmmonium citrate, dibasic (CAS 3012-65-5) is an inorganic salt compound used as a lubricant and release agent in food processing. It helps prevent sticking during manufacturing and handling of food products.
Ammonium Gluconate
OtherAmmonium gluconate (CAS 2554-04-3) is an ammonium salt of gluconic acid. Its specific function in food applications remains poorly documented in available literature, and it is not currently approved as a food additive by the FDA under GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status.
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