Food Additives Under Review
2,256 substances where current data is insufficient to assign a definitive safety rating.
Showing 2065–2088 of 2,256 under review additives
Silver Fir, Needles And Twigs, Oil (abies Alba Mill.)
FlavoringSilver Fir Needle and Twig Oil (Abies alba Mill.) is a natural essential oil derived from the needles and twigs of the European silver fir tree. It is used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages to impart a fresh, coniferous taste and aroma.
Silver-silver Dragees
OtherSilver-silver dragees are decorative food coatings composed of silver-colored metallic materials. Their specific composition and food application purposes remain poorly documented in scientific literature, and they are not approved as a food additive by the FDA.
Simaruba Bark (simaruba Amara Aubl.)
OtherSimaruba bark is a botanical extract derived from the Simaruba amara tree, also known as paradise tree or bitterwood. Its function as a food additive is currently unknown, and it has not been approved by the FDA as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS).
Snakeroot, Canadian, Oil (asarum Canadense L.)
FlavoringCanadian snakeroot oil (Asarum canadense L.) is a natural flavoring agent derived from the essential oil of the Canadian wild ginger plant. It is used sparingly in food formulations to impart distinctive herbal and spicy flavor notes, though it has not been approved by the FDA as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS).
Sodium (4-methoxybenzoyloxy)acetate
FlavoringSodium (4-methoxybenzoyloxy)acetate is a synthetic organic compound used as a flavoring agent or flavoring adjuvant in food products. It is not currently approved as GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) by the FDA and has limited commercial use in food applications.
Sodium 2-(4-methoxyphenoxy)propanoate
FlavoringSodium 2-(4-methoxyphenoxy)propanoate is a synthetic flavoring compound not approved as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in food products, though its use remains limited in commercial applications.
Sodium 3-mercaptooxopropionate
FlavoringSodium 3-mercaptooxopropionate (CAS 10255-67-1) is a synthetic flavoring agent containing a sulfur-based functional group. It is used in food manufacturing to provide or enhance savory and umami-like flavoring characteristics in various food products.
Sodium 3-methoxy-4-hydroxycinnamate
FlavoringSodium 3-methoxy-4-hydroxycinnamate, also known as sodium ferulate, is a naturally derived flavoring compound used to enhance taste profiles in food products. It functions as a flavoring agent and adjuvant in the food industry.
Sodium Aluminate
OtherSodium aluminate (CAS 1302-42-7) is an inorganic compound containing sodium and aluminum. Its specific function in food applications remains unclear, and it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.
Sodium Calcium Aluminosilicate, Hydrated
OtherSodium Calcium Aluminosilicate, Hydrated (CAS 1344-01-0) is an inorganic compound used in food applications, though its specific primary function remains unclear. It belongs to the aluminosilicate family of additives and has not been formally designated as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Sodium Caprylate
EmulsifierSodium caprylate is a salt derived from caprylic acid (an 8-carbon saturated fatty acid) used in food processing as an emulsifier, anticaking agent, and lubricant. It helps maintain product texture and flow properties in various food applications.
Sodium Decylbenzenesulfonate
OtherSodium decylbenzenesulfonate is a synthetic surfactant and anionic detergent used as a surface-finishing agent in food processing. It functions to improve surface properties and facilitate manufacturing processes in food production.
Sodium Dehydroacetate
ColorantSodium dehydroacetate (CAS 4418-26-2) is a preservative compound that functions as a color or coloring adjunct in food applications. Despite its classification, it is primarily recognized for antimicrobial properties rather than coloring effects.
Sodium Dimethyldithiocarbamate
OtherSodium dimethyldithiocarbamate is a synthetic antimicrobial compound used to inhibit microbial growth in food products. It functions as a preservative to extend shelf life and maintain food safety by preventing bacterial and fungal contamination.
Sodium Ferritripolyphosphate
NutrientSodium ferritripolyphosphate is an iron-containing nutrient supplement used to fortify foods with bioavailable iron. It serves as a food fortification ingredient designed to address iron deficiency in populations through staple food enrichment.
Sodium Formate
OtherSodium formate (CAS 141-53-7) is the sodium salt of formic acid used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. It functions primarily in meat curing and preservation applications where it helps control bacterial growth and maintain product quality.
Sodium Hydrosulfite
OtherSodium hydrosulfite (also known as sodium dithionite) is a reducing agent occasionally used in food processing. Its specific functions in food applications remain poorly documented in publicly available literature.
Sodium Hypophosphite
AntioxidantSodium hypophosphite (CAS 7681-53-0) is a reducing agent and antioxidant compound used in food processing to prevent oxidation and maintain product stability. While not currently approved as a food additive by the FDA, it has limited applications in specific food industries where antioxidant properties are desired.
Sodium Metasilicate
OtherSodium metasilicate (CAS 6834-92-0) is an inorganic compound composed of sodium and silicate. Its specific function in food applications remains unclear, and it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.
Sodium Methyl Sulfate
Firming-agentSodium methyl sulfate (CAS 512-42-5) is an organic salt compound used as a firming agent in food products. It helps maintain the texture and structural integrity of foods during processing and storage.
Sodium Mono- And Dimethyl Naphthalene Sulfonates
Anti-cakingSodium mono- and dimethyl naphthalene sulfonates are synthetic organic compounds used as anti-caking agents in food production to prevent clumping and maintain free-flowing properties. These additives are not approved by the FDA as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) and have limited use in food applications.
Sodium Pectinate
OtherSodium pectinate is a sodium salt derivative of pectin, a naturally occurring polysaccharide found in plant cell walls. It functions as a gelling and thickening agent in food formulations, though its specific applications in commercial products remain limited.
Sodium Sulfide
OtherSodium sulfide (Na2S) is an inorganic chemical compound primarily used in industrial applications rather than food production. Its specific function in food, if any, remains unclear and it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.
Sodium Taurocholate
OtherSodium taurocholate is a bile salt derivative composed of the amino acid taurine conjugated with cholic acid. While primarily used in pharmaceutical and research applications, its function as a food additive remains undefined in current food industry practices.
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