Food Additives Under Review
2,256 substances where current data is insufficient to assign a definitive safety rating.
Showing 2017–2040 of 2,256 under review additives
Rhubarb, Garden Root (rheum Rhaponticum L.)
FlavoringRhubarb garden root (Rheum rhaponticum L.) is a natural plant-derived flavoring agent extracted from rhubarb root. It is used in food products to provide tart, distinctive flavor characteristics typical of rhubarb, and functions as both a flavoring agent and taste adjuvant in various food applications.
Rose Leaves (rosa Spp.)
FlavoringRose leaves (rosa spp.) are a natural flavoring agent derived from various rose species, used to impart floral notes to food and beverages. This botanical ingredient functions as a flavoring adjuvant in culinary applications and is not currently approved as GRAS by the FDA.
Rosidinha (micropholis (also Known As Sideroxylon) Spp.)
OtherRosidinha is a natural resin obtained from Micropholis (Sideroxylon) species trees native to South America. It functions as a masticatory substance in chewing gum and similar products, providing texture and chewability.
Rosin, Adduct With Fumaric Acid, Pentaerythritol Ester
OtherRosin, Adduct With Fumaric Acid, Pentaerythritol Ester (CAS 65997-11-7) is a synthetic compound derived from rosin and fumaric acid. Its specific function in food applications remains undocumented in available regulatory databases, and it does not currently hold FDA GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status.
Rosin, Glycerol Ester
OtherRosin, Glycerol Ester (CAS 8050-31-5) is a synthetic compound derived from rosin, a natural resin byproduct of pine wood processing, combined with glycerol. Its specific function in food applications remains poorly documented, though it has historically been used in limited food-related applications.
Rosin, Gum Or Wood, Partially Hydrogenated, Glycerol Ester
OtherRosin, Gum Or Wood, Partially Hydrogenated, Glycerol Ester is a masticatory substance derived from modified rosin, a natural resin obtained from pine trees. It is used in chewing gum and related products to provide texture and elasticity.
Rosin, Gum Or Wood, Partially Hydrogenated, Pentaerythritol Ester
OtherRosin, gum or wood, partially hydrogenated, pentaerythritol ester is a synthetic gum base component derived from hydrogenated rosin and pentaerythritol. It functions as a masticatory substance primarily used in chewing gum formulations to provide texture and binding properties.
Rosin, Gum Or Wood, Pentaerythritol Ester
OtherRosin, Gum Or Wood, Pentaerythritol Ester is a synthetic masticatory substance derived from rosin (a natural tree resin) that has been chemically modified. It is used in chewing gums and similar products to provide texture and elasticity.
Rosin, Gum, Glycerol Ester
OtherRosin, gum, glycerol ester is a modified rosin derivative used in chewing gum and food coatings as a masticatory substance and surface-finishing agent. It helps provide texture and elasticity to gum products while improving surface appearance of certain foods.
Rosin, Limed
OtherRosin, Limed is a resinous substance derived from the processing of pine tree resin with lime. Its specific function in food applications remains unclear, and it is not currently approved as a food additive by the FDA.
Rosin, Methyl Ester, Partially Hydrogenated
FlavoringRosin, Methyl Ester, Partially Hydrogenated is a modified rosin derivative used in food as a flavoring agent, flavor enhancer, and masticatory substance. It functions primarily in chewing gum and similar products as a processing aid and surface-finishing agent.
Rosin, Partially Dimerized, Calcium Salt
OtherRosin, Partially Dimerized, Calcium Salt is a resinous substance derived from natural rosin that has been chemically modified and combined with calcium. It is used in food production as a surface-finishing agent to provide protective coatings on food products.
Rosin, Partially Dimerized, Glycerol Ester
OtherRosin, Partially Dimerized, Glycerol Ester is a modified natural resin used as a masticatory substance in chewing gum and related products. It functions as a gum base component that provides texture and chewability to confectionery products.
Rosin, Partially Hydrogenated
OtherRosin, partially hydrogenated is a modified plant-derived resin used as a surface-finishing agent in food manufacturing. It is applied to coat food surfaces to improve appearance and preserve freshness, though its use in food is limited and not formally approved by the FDA.
Rosin, Tall Oil, Glycerol Ester
OtherRosin, Tall Oil, Glycerol Ester is a masticatory substance derived from tall oil and rosin combined with glycerol. It is used in chewing gum and related products to provide texture and consistency.
Rosin, Wood, Glycerol Ester
OtherRosin, Wood, Glycerol Ester (CAS 8050-30-4) is a derivative of natural rosin combined with glycerol, used as a surface-finishing agent in food processing. It functions primarily to coat and protect food surfaces, though its use in the United States remains non-GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status.
Rosin, Wood, Maleic Anhyd. Mod., Pentaerythritol Ester, Acid #134-145
OtherRosin, Wood, Maleic Anhydride Modified, Pentaerythritol Ester is a synthetic polymer derived from wood rosin that functions as a surface-finishing agent in food processing. It is used to provide protective coatings and improve the appearance of certain food products.
Rosin, Wood, Maleic Anhyd. Mod., Pentaerythritol Ester, Acid #176-186
OtherRosin, Wood, Maleic Anhyd. Mod., Pentaerythritol Ester, Acid #176-186 is a complex synthetic polymer derived from modified rosin and pentaerythritol. Its specific function in food applications remains undocumented in available regulatory databases.
Rue (ruta Graveolens L.)
FlavoringRue (Ruta graveolens L.) is a perennial herb traditionally used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. The plant extract contains volatile compounds and is employed in small quantities to impart bitter and aromatic notes to various culinary applications.
Rum
OtherRum is an alcoholic spirit produced by fermenting and distilling sugarcane byproducts, primarily molasses. It is occasionally used as a flavoring ingredient in food products, though its primary application is as a beverage.
Rum Ether
FlavoringRum Ether (CAS 8030-89-5) is a synthetic flavoring agent used to impart rum-like taste characteristics to food and beverage 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.
Rutin
OtherRutin is a bioflavonoid compound found naturally in plants such as buckwheat, citrus fruits, and asparagus. It is occasionally used in food products for its antioxidant properties, though its function as a food additive remains poorly defined in regulatory contexts.
S-(tetrahydro-2,5-dimethyl-3-furanyl) Ethanethioate
FlavoringS-(tetrahydro-2,5-dimethyl-3-furanyl) Ethanethioate (CAS 252736-39-3) is a synthetic flavoring agent designed to impart meaty, savory, or sulfur-containing taste notes in processed foods. It functions as a flavoring adjuvant in applications requiring complex savory profiles.
S-ethyl 2-acetylaminoethanethioate
FlavoringS-ethyl 2-acetylaminoethanethioate (CAS 4396-62-7) is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart savory, meaty, or umami-like taste characteristics in food products. This sulfur-containing molecule functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in processed foods.
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