Food Additives Under Review
1,770 substances where current data is insufficient to assign a definitive safety rating.
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Paraffin And Succinic Derivatives, Synthetic
OtherParaffin and succinic derivatives, synthetic is a synthetic masticatory substance used in chewing gum and related products. It functions as a gum base component that provides texture and chewability to confectionery items.
Paraldehyde
FlavoringParaldehyde is a cyclic trimer of acetaldehyde used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts a characteristic peppermint or anise-like aroma and is employed in very small quantities to enhance or modify flavors in various food and beverage applications.
Passion Flower Extract
FlavoringPassion Flower Extract (CAS 8057-62-3) is a natural flavoring agent derived from passion fruit plants, used to impart fruity, tropical notes to beverages and food products. It functions as a flavoring adjuvant in the food industry and has not been formally designated as GRAS by the FDA, though it maintains a clean safety record with zero reported adverse events.
Peach Leaves, Extract (prunus Persica (l.) Batsch)
FlavoringPeach Leaves Extract is a natural flavoring agent derived from the leaves of Prunus persica (peach tree). It is used in the food industry to impart peach and almond-like flavoring notes to beverages, confections, and other food products.
Peanut Stearine (arachis Hypogaea L.)
FlavoringPeanut stearine is a flavoring agent derived from peanut oil (Arachis hypogaea L.) through separation or processing methods. It is used in food products to impart peanut flavor characteristics and is classified as a flavoring adjuvant in food formulation.
Pectin, Modified
EmulsifierModified pectin is a chemically altered form of pectin, a naturally occurring polysaccharide derived from plant cell walls. It functions as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickening agent in various food products, helping to improve texture and prevent ingredient separation.
Peg Fatty Acid Esters And Mono-, Di-, And Triglycerides Mixture
SolventPeg Fatty Acid Esters and Mono-, Di-, and Triglycerides Mixture is a synthetic compound combining polyethylene glycol (PEG) derivatives with various fatty acid glycerides. It functions as a solvent and vehicle in food formulations to help dissolve, disperse, or carry other ingredients.
Pendare (couma Macrocarpa Barb. Rodr. & Couma Utilis (mart.) Muell. Arg.)
OtherPendare is a natural masticatory substance derived from the couma tree species (Couma macrocarpa and Couma utilis), plants native to South America. It is used in food products as a chewing gum base or masticatory ingredient, functioning similarly to traditional natural gums.
Penicillinase From Bacillus Subtilis
OtherPenicillinase from Bacillus subtilis is an enzyme that breaks down penicillin antibiotics. It is used in food processing to remove residual penicillin from dairy products and other foods that may contain antibiotic residues from animal treatment.
Pent-2-enyl Hexanoate
FlavoringPent-2-enyl hexanoate (CAS 74298-89-8) is a synthetic flavoring compound used in the food and beverage industry to provide fruity, apple-like sensory characteristics. It functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in processed foods and beverages.
Pentadecanoic Acid
FlavoringPentadecanoic acid (also known as pentadecylic acid) is a naturally occurring saturated fatty acid with 15 carbon atoms. It is used as a flavoring agent and adjuvant in food products to enhance or modify taste profiles.
Pentyl 2-furyl Ketone
FlavoringPentyl 2-furyl Ketone (CAS 14360-50-0) is an organic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and complex taste notes in food products. This synthetic ketone is not currently approved as a Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) substance by the FDA, limiting its use in the United States food industry.
Pentylamine
FlavoringPentylamine (CAS 110-58-7) is an organic compound classified as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in food applications. It is not currently approved as a food additive by the FDA and has not been designated as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS).
Peptones
FlavoringPeptones are small protein fragments produced by partial hydrolysis of proteins, used as flavor enhancers and flavoring agents in food products. They contribute umami taste and savory notes to processed foods, beverages, and seasonings.
Perfluorohexane
OtherPerfluorohexane (PFH) is a synthetic fluorinated organic compound with the CAS number 355-42-0. Its function in food applications remains undetermined, and it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.
Perilla Leaf Oil
FlavoringPerilla Leaf Oil is a natural flavoring agent derived from perilla leaves, used to impart distinctive aromatic and taste characteristics to food products. It functions as a flavoring adjuvant in the food industry, though it has not received FDA GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status.
Perillaldehyde Propyleneglycol Acetal
FlavoringPerillaldehyde propyleneglycol acetal is a synthetic flavoring agent derived from perillaldehyde, a natural compound found in mint and shiso plants. It is used in food products to provide mint and herbal flavor notes.
Perillo
OtherPerillo (CAS 977049-04-9) is a processing aid used in malting and fermentation processes in food production. It has not received FDA GRAS status and is not approved for use in the United States.
Perillyl Acetate
FlavoringPerillyl acetate is a naturally-derived flavoring compound classified as an ester that occurs in plant essential oils, particularly mint and citrus plants. It is used in the food industry as a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer to provide fruity and minty notes in various processed foods and beverages.
Periodic Acid
OtherPeriodic acid (CAS 10450-60-9) is a strong oxidizing agent with the chemical formula HIO₄. Its specific function in food applications remains undocumented in available regulatory and scientific literature.
Phaffia Yeast
ColorantPhaffia yeast is a naturally-derived microorganism used as a food colorant to produce red and pink hues in food products. It works by accumulating astaxanthin, a carotenoid pigment, which provides the coloring effect without synthetic dyes.
Phenethyl 2-furoate
FlavoringPhenethyl 2-furoate (CAS 7149-32-8) is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in food products. It belongs to the class of furan derivatives and is employed to provide fruity and floral aromatic notes in various food and beverage applications.
Phenethyl 2-methylbutyrate
FlavoringPhenethyl 2-methylbutyrate (CAS 24817-51-4) is an organic ester compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It contributes fruity and floral aromatic notes and is employed in small quantities to enhance the sensory profile of various food and beverage applications.
Phenethyl Anthranilate
FlavoringPhenethyl anthranilate is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is not approved as a GRAS substance by the FDA and has limited commercial use in food applications.
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