Food Additives Under Review
2,256 substances where current data is insufficient to assign a definitive safety rating.
Showing 1273–1296 of 2,256 under review additives
Ethyl Thioacetate
FlavoringEthyl thioacetate is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products to impart savory, meaty, or sulfurous notes. It is not approved as GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) by the FDA, though no adverse events or recalls associated with this additive have been reported.
Ethyl Tiglate
FlavoringEthyl tiglate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and creamy taste notes in food and beverage products. It functions as a flavor enhancer and is employed in small quantities to achieve desired sensory profiles in commercial food manufacturing.
Ethyl Trans-2-hexenoate
FlavoringEthyl trans-2-hexenoate is a synthetic flavoring compound that imparts fruity, apple-like characteristics to food and beverage products. It functions as a flavor enhancer and flavoring agent in the food industry, though it is not currently on the FDA's Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) list.
Ethyl Trans-2-methyl-2-pentenoate
FlavoringEthyl trans-2-methyl-2-pentenoate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and apple-like notes to food and beverage products. This ester is not approved as a food additive by the FDA but may be used in some flavor applications under specific regulatory frameworks.
Ethyl Trans-2-octenoate
FlavoringEthyl trans-2-octenoate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and vegetable-like notes in food products. It is not currently approved as a Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) substance by the FDA but has no reported adverse events or product recalls.
Ethyl Undecanoate
FlavoringEthyl undecanoate is a synthetic flavoring compound belonging to the ester family, used primarily to impart fruity and waxy notes in food and beverage products. It functions as both a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in processed foods.
Ethyl Vanillin Beta-d-glucopyranoside
FlavoringEthyl Vanillin Beta-d-glucopyranoside is a synthetic flavoring compound derived from ethyl vanillin, a vanillin analog. It is used in food products as a flavoring agent to impart vanilla and related aromatic notes.
Ethyl Vanillin Isobutyrate
FlavoringEthyl Vanillin Isobutyrate is a synthetic flavoring compound that combines vanillin characteristics with isobutyrate chemistry to create vanilla and creamy flavor notes. It is used in food products to enhance and modify taste profiles.
Ethyl Vanillin Propylene Glycol Acetal
FlavoringEthyl vanillin propylene glycol acetal (CAS 68527-76-4) is a synthetic flavoring agent used to provide vanilla and vanillin notes in food products. It combines ethyl vanillin with propylene glycol in an acetal structure to create a stable, flavoring compound for use in various food applications.
Ethylamine
FlavoringEthylamine (CAS 75-04-7) is a simple organic compound used as a flavoring agent or flavoring adjuvant in food products. It contributes to the development of certain food flavors and is not currently approved as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Ethylene Glycol Distearate
OtherEthylene Glycol Distearate (EGDS) is an ester formed from ethylene glycol and stearic acid, primarily known as a pearlizing and opacifying agent in cosmetics. As a food additive, its specific function and primary use are currently unknown and not widely documented in regulatory or scientific literature.
Ethylene Oxide Polymer, Alkyl Adduct
OtherEthylene Oxide Polymer, Alkyl Adduct (CAS: 977047-83-8) is a synthetic chemical compound derived from ethylene oxide, featuring an attached alkyl group. The specific function or primary use of this additive in food is currently unknown based on publicly available data.
Ethylene Oxide Polymer, Alkyl Adduct, Phosphate Ester
OtherEthylene Oxide Polymer, Alkyl Adduct, Phosphate Ester (CAS: 977092-23-1) is a synthetic chemical compound primarily used as a washing or surface removal agent in food processing environments. It functions as a surfactant, aiding in the cleaning and sanitation of equipment and surfaces that come into contact with food. Its role is to facilitate the removal of residues and contaminants, not to be a direct ingredient in food products.
Ethylene Oxide/propylene Oxide Copolymer (avg M W 14,000)
StabilizerEthylene Oxide/Propylene Oxide Copolymer (avg M W 14,000) is a synthetic polymer functioning as a multifaceted food additive, primarily categorized as a stabilizer. It is utilized in food processing for its properties as a dough strengthener, leavening agent, processing aid, thickener, and surface-active agent to improve product texture, stability, and manufacturing efficiency.
Ethylene Oxide/propylene Oxide Copolymer (avg M W 3,500-4,125)
StabilizerEthylene Oxide/propylene Oxide Copolymer (avg M W 3,500-4,125) is a synthetic polymer used in food primarily as a stabilizer. It also functions as a dough strengthener, leavening agent, processing aid, thickener, and surface-active agent to influence texture, stability, and processing characteristics. This additive has not received FDA GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status for food use.
Ethylene Oxide/propylene Oxide Copolymer (avg M W 9,760 - 13,200)
StabilizerEthylene Oxide/Propylene Oxide Copolymer (avg M W 9,760 - 13,200) is a synthetic polymer used in food products as a multi-functional additive. It primarily acts as a stabilizer, dough strengthener, processing aid, and surface-active agent. Its varied functions contribute to improving the texture, consistency, and processing characteristics of various food items.
Ethylene Oxide/propylene Oxide Copolymer (min Avg M W 1,900)
StabilizerEthylene Oxide/propylene Oxide Copolymer (min Avg M W 1,900) is a synthetic polymer primarily utilized in food applications for its surface-active properties. It functions as a stabilizer, dough strengthener, leavening agent, processing aid, thickener, and surface-active agent. Its role is to enhance food texture, stability, and processing efficiency in various products.
Eugenyl Formate
FlavoringEugenyl formate is a synthetic flavoring compound derived from eugenol, commonly found in clove oil. It is used in small quantities as a flavoring agent to impart spicy, clove-like sensory properties to food products.
Eugenyl Isovalerate
FlavoringEugenyl isovalerate is a synthetic flavoring compound derived from eugenol, commonly used to impart spicy, clove-like sensory notes in food products. This organic ester functions as a flavoring agent in various processed foods and beverages.
Eugenyl Methyl Ether--nlfg
OtherEugenyl methyl ether (CAS 93-15-2) is an organic compound derived from eugenol, a naturally occurring phenolic compound found in clove oil and other spices. Its specific function in food applications remains unclear, and it is not currently recognized as a Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) substance by the FDA.
Farnesal
FlavoringFarnesal is a naturally occurring organic compound classified as a flavoring agent used to impart taste and aroma characteristics to food products. It belongs to the sesquiterpene alcohol family and is used in trace amounts to enhance flavor profiles in various food applications.
Farnesene
FlavoringFarnesene is a naturally occurring sesquiterpene compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It contributes fruity and woody notes to beverages, confections, and other processed foods.
Fatty Alcohols, Synthetic
OtherSynthetic fatty alcohols are man-made compounds derived from petroleum or natural oils through chemical synthesis. Their specific function in food applications remains unclear, and they are not currently recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Fd&c Green No. 2--delisted
OtherFD&C Green No. 2 was a synthetic colorant previously approved by the FDA for use in food products. The additive was delisted and is no longer permitted in food due to regulatory decisions made in the 1970s.
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