Food Additives Under Review
2,256 substances where current data is insufficient to assign a definitive safety rating.
Showing 2233–2256 of 2,256 under review additives
Verbenone
FlavoringVerbenone is a naturally occurring terpene compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is not currently approved by the FDA as a food additive and has no reported adverse events or recalls associated with its use.
Veronica (veronica Officinalis L.)
FlavoringVeronica (Veronica officinalis L.) is a plant-derived flavoring agent extracted from speedwell herb, traditionally used in European cuisine and herbal preparations. It functions as a flavoring adjuvant in food products, contributing aromatic and taste characteristics to beverages and food formulations.
Vervain, European (verbena Officinalis L.)
OtherEuropean vervain (Verbena officinalis L.) is a traditional herbal plant used in botanical preparations and food applications. Its specific function as a food additive is not clearly defined in regulatory databases, and it is not approved as a food ingredient by the FDA.
Vetiver (vetiveria Zizaniodes Stapf)
FlavoringVetiver is a natural flavoring agent derived from the roots of the vetiveria zizanioides plant, commonly used in beverages and food products to impart earthy, woody, and slightly smoky flavor notes. 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.
Vetiverol
OtherVetiverol is a naturally occurring organic compound with the CAS number 68129-81-7, derived from vetiver plant materials. Its specific function in food applications remains undocumented in available safety literature, and it is not recognized as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Vetiveryl Acetate
FlavoringVetiveryl acetate is a synthetic flavoring compound derived from vetiver essential oil chemistry. It is used in food and beverage applications to impart woody, earthy, and aromatic notes to finished products.
Vinyl Acetate
SolventVinyl acetate (CAS 108-05-4) is a volatile organic compound used primarily as a solvent and in the production of food-contact materials. It functions as a masticatory substance in chewing gum and similar products, though it is not approved as a direct food additive by the FDA.
Violet Leaves Absolute (viola Odorata L.)
FlavoringViolet Leaves Absolute is a concentrated natural flavoring extract derived from sweet violet (Viola odorata L.) leaves. It is used in food and beverage applications to impart floral, herbaceous notes and is not currently designated as GRAS by the FDA.
Violet, Swiss (viola Calcarata L.)
OtherViolet, Swiss (Viola odorata L., CAS 977089-10-3) is a plant-derived ingredient derived from Swiss violet flowers. Its specific function in food applications remains undocumented in available regulatory and scientific literature.
Walnut Hull, Extract (juglans Spp.)
FlavoringWalnut Hull Extract is a flavoring agent derived from the outer covering of walnut nuts (Juglans species). It is used in food products to impart walnut flavor and is not currently approved as a Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) substance by the FDA.
Walnut Leaves, Extract (juglans Spp.)
FlavoringWalnut Leaves Extract is a flavoring agent derived from walnut tree leaves (Juglans species). It is used in food products to impart walnut-like flavor characteristics and is not currently approved as a GRAS substance by the FDA.
Wort
OtherWort refers to the liquid extracted from the mashing process during beer and malt beverage production, containing fermentable sugars and other compounds. It is occasionally used as a flavoring ingredient or processing aid in food products, though its specific applications and regulatory status remain limited.
Xanthophyll
OtherXanthophyll is a naturally occurring yellow-orange pigment belonging to the carotenoid family, found in plants, algae, and animal tissues. It is used in food production primarily as a colorant to impart yellow and orange hues to various food products.
Yarrow, Herb (achillea Millefolium L.)
FlavoringYarrow herb (Achillea millefolium L.) is a botanical flavoring agent derived from the flowering plant traditionally used in herbal preparations. It functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in food and beverage applications, contributing distinctive aromatic and bitter taste characteristics.
Yarrow, Oil (achillea Millefolium L.)
FlavoringYarrow oil is a volatile essential oil derived from the yarrow plant (Achillea millefolium L.) and is used as a flavoring agent in food and beverage products. It imparts a slightly bitter, herbaceous taste and is valued in traditional culinary applications across European and Asian cuisines.
Yeast-malt Sprout Extract
FlavoringYeast-malt sprout extract is a flavoring agent derived from yeast and malted sprouts, used to enhance taste in food products. It functions as a natural flavoring adjuvant in various food applications.
Yerba Santa, Fluid Extract (eriodictyon Californicum (hook And Arn) Torr)
FlavoringYerba Santa fluid extract is a natural flavoring agent derived from the Eriodictyon californicum plant native to California. It is used in food and beverage products to impart a bitter, aromatic flavor characteristic of the plant's leaves.
Yucca, Joshua-tree (yucca Brevifolia Engelm.)
FlavoringYucca brevifolia (Joshua tree) extract is a natural flavoring agent derived from the Joshua tree plant, used in food and beverage products as a flavoring agent and propellant. It has not received FDA GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status but has no recorded adverse events or recalls in FDA databases.
Yucca, Mohave, Extract (yucca Spp.)
FlavoringYucca, Mohave, Extract is a plant-derived flavoring agent obtained from Yucca species native to the Mohave Desert region. It functions as a flavoring agent and propellant in food products, leveraging the natural compounds found in yucca plants.
Yuzunone
FlavoringYuzunone is a naturally-derived flavoring compound identified in yuzu citrus fruit. It functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in food products to enhance or modify taste and aroma profiles.
Zedoary (curcuma Zedoaria (berg.) Rosc.)
FlavoringZedoary is a natural flavoring agent derived from the rhizome of Curcuma zedoaria, a plant related to turmeric and ginger. It is used in food manufacturing to impart warm, spicy, and slightly bitter flavor notes to beverages, confections, and prepared foods.
Zedoary Bark, Extract (curcuma Zedoaria (berg.) Rosc.)
FlavoringZedoary bark extract is a natural flavoring agent derived from Curcuma zedoaria, a tropical plant related to turmeric. It is used in the food industry to impart spice and herbal flavoring characteristics to various food and beverage products.
Zinc Acetate
OtherZinc acetate is an organometallic compound containing zinc and acetic acid. While it has industrial and pharmaceutical applications, its use as a food additive remains unclear, with no established food safety approval from the FDA.
Zinc Dithionite
NutrientZinc dithionite is an inorganic compound used as a nutrient supplement to fortify foods with zinc, an essential mineral required for immune function, protein synthesis, and wound healing. It is added to select food products to help consumers meet their daily zinc requirements.
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