Official FDA Data

Food Additive Database

3 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.

Source: U.S. FDA EAFUS

All3 Flavoring2391 Other275 Emulsifier67 Colorant62 Nutrient29 Stabilizer17 Solvent14 Sweetener11 Antioxidant10 Lubricant8 Acidity-regulator5 Dough-conditioner3 Sequestrant2 Leavening2 Firming-agent2

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1-octenyl Succinic Anhydride

Dough-conditioner

1-octenyl succinic anhydride (OSA) is a chemical compound used as a dough conditioner and strengthener in baking applications. It modifies starch properties to improve dough elasticity, gas retention, and overall bread quality during commercial production.

CAS 7757-96-2View

Safe

Azodicarbonamide

Dough-conditioner

Azodicarbonamide (ADA) is a synthetic chemical used as a dough conditioner and flour treatment agent in baking. It strengthens gluten networks and improves dough handling properties, making it widely used in commercial bread production.

CAS 123-77-3View

Avoid

Diethyl Pyrocarbonate-- Prohibited

Dough-conditioner

Diethyl pyrocarbonate (DEPC) is a chemical dough conditioner that was used to strengthen bread dough and improve baking properties. It has been prohibited in most regulatory jurisdictions due to safety concerns, despite having no recorded adverse events in FDA databases.

CAS 1609-47-8View