Food Additives Under Review
2,256 substances where current data is insufficient to assign a definitive safety rating.
Showing 1945–1968 of 2,256 under review additives
Potassium Hypophosphite
OtherPotassium hypophosphite (CAS 7782-87-8) is an inorganic salt compound containing phosphorus. Its specific function in food applications remains undetermined, and it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.
Potassium Laurate
EmulsifierPotassium laurate is a potassium salt of lauric acid, a saturated fatty acid with 12 carbon atoms. It functions as an emulsifier, anticaking agent, and lubricant in food products, helping to improve texture and prevent clumping in dry ingredients.
Potassium Myristate
EmulsifierPotassium myristate is a potassium salt of myristic acid, a saturated fatty acid. It functions as an emulsifier, anticaking agent, and lubricant in food applications to improve texture and prevent clumping.
Potassium N-methyldithiocarbamate
OtherPotassium N-methyldithiocarbamate is an antimicrobial agent used to preserve food by inhibiting microbial growth. While not approved as a food additive by the FDA, it has been studied for potential applications in food preservation.
Potassium Nitrite
OtherPotassium nitrite (CAS 7758-09-0) is an inorganic salt containing potassium and nitrite ions. Its function in food applications remains poorly documented, and it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.
Potassium Palmitate
EmulsifierPotassium palmitate is a salt form of palmitic acid that functions as an emulsifier and anti-caking agent in food products. It helps maintain texture and prevent clumping in dry food formulations while improving mixing properties in emulsified products.
Potassium Persulfate
OtherPotassium persulfate (CAS 7727-21-1) is an oxidizing agent occasionally used as a surface-active agent in food processing. It is not approved as a food additive by the FDA and has no established safe use levels in food.
Potassium Salts Of Fatty Acids
EmulsifierPotassium salts of fatty acids are emulsifiers and anti-caking agents derived from the potassium salts of long-chain fatty acids. They are used in food manufacturing to improve texture, prevent clumping, and stabilize emulsions in various processed foods.
Potassium Stearate
StabilizerPotassium stearate is a potassium salt of stearic acid used in food manufacturing as a stabilizer, lubricant, and antimicrobial agent. It helps maintain product consistency and shelf stability in various processed foods and beverages.
Potassium Sulfite
OtherPotassium sulfite (CAS 10117-38-1) is an inorganic salt compound used primarily as a preservative and antioxidant in food products. It functions to inhibit microbial growth and prevent oxidation, though its specific applications in modern food manufacturing remain limited.
Prenyl Acetate
FlavoringPrenyl acetate (CAS 1191-16-8) is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity, floral, and herbal notes in food products. It is not currently approved as a Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) substance by the FDA but has been used in limited flavoring applications.
Prenyl Benzoate
FlavoringPrenyl benzoate is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is not currently approved as a Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) substance by the FDA, though it has no reported adverse events or recalls associated with its use.
Prenyl Caproate
FlavoringPrenyl Caproate (CAS 76649-22-4) is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity, floral, or tropical notes to food and beverage products. It functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in the food industry, contributing aromatic qualities to enhance product appeal.
Prenyl Formate
FlavoringPrenyl formate (CAS 68480-28-4) is an organic ester compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is not currently approved as a GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) substance by the FDA and has limited regulatory authorization in most countries.
Prenyl Isobutyrate
FlavoringPrenyl isobutyrate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to create fruity and tropical taste profiles in food products. It is not approved as a GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) substance by the FDA but has no reported adverse events or recalls associated with its use.
Prenyl Thioacetate
FlavoringPrenyl thioacetate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to create fruity and tropical flavor notes in food products. It is not approved as a Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) substance by the FDA but has no reported adverse events or recalls associated with its use.
Prenylthiol
FlavoringPrenylthiol (CAS 5287-45-6) is an organic sulfur compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It contributes characteristic aromatic and taste properties to various food formulations.
Prickly Ash Bark Extract (xanthoxylum Spp.)
FlavoringPrickly Ash Bark Extract is a natural flavoring agent derived from the bark of Xanthoxylum species plants, commonly used to impart citrusy and spicy flavor notes in food products. It is a botanical extract that functions as a flavoring adjuvant in culinary and food manufacturing applications.
Prickly Ash Bark, Oil
FlavoringPrickly Ash Bark Oil is a natural flavoring agent derived from the bark of prickly ash plants (Zanthoxylum species). It is used in food manufacturing to provide citrusy and spicy flavor notes to various food and beverage products.
Propenylguaethol
FlavoringPropenylguaethol (CAS 94-86-0) is a synthetic flavoring agent used to impart spice and herb-like taste notes in food products. It functions as a flavoring adjuvant and is utilized in select food applications to enhance sensory profiles.
Propiophenone
FlavoringPropiophenone (CAS 93-55-0) is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent 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 product recalls associated with its use.
Propyl 2,4-decadienoate
FlavoringPropyl 2,4-decadienoate (CAS 84788-08-9) is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and fatty notes in food products. This ester functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in various food applications where it contributes to desired sensory characteristics.
Propyl 2-furanacrylate
FlavoringPropyl 2-furanacrylate (CAS 623-22-3) is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and nutty notes in food products. This organic ester is not FDA GRAS-approved but has not been associated with adverse events or recalls in the United States.
Propyl 2-mercaptopropionate
OtherPropyl 2-mercaptopropionate is a synthetic organic compound with a sulfur-containing structure. Its function in food applications remains undocumented in available regulatory and scientific literature, and it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.
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