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Food Additive Database

2,391 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.

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2-(methylthio)ethanol

Flavoring

2-(methylthio)ethanol is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It belongs to the sulfur-containing flavor compounds category and is employed to impart specific taste and aroma characteristics to various food and beverage formulations.

CAS 5271-38-5View
Unknown

2-(methylthio)ethyl Acetate

Flavoring

2-(methylthio)ethyl Acetate is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is not approved as GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) by the FDA but has no reported adverse events or recalls associated with its use.

CAS 5862-47-5View
Unknown

2-(methylthiomethyl)-3-phenylpropenal

Flavoring

2-(methylthiomethyl)-3-phenylpropenal is a synthetic flavoring compound containing a phenyl group and sulfur-containing moiety. It functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in food products to provide specific aromatic characteristics.

CAS 65887-08-3View
Unknown

2-[2-(p-menthyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol

Flavoring

2-[2-(p-menthyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol (CAS 28804-53-7) is a synthetic flavoring agent derived from menthol chemistry. It functions as a flavoring adjuvant in food products but has not received FDA GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status.

CAS 28804-53-7View
Safe

2-acetyl-1-pyrroline

Flavoring

2-acetyl-1-pyrroline (2-AP) is a naturally occurring organic compound used as a flavoring agent to impart a characteristic popcorn, roasted, or nutty aroma to food products. This volatile compound is found naturally in foods like cooked rice, bread, and roasted coffee, and is synthetically produced for use in flavoring applications.

CAS 99583-29-6View
Unknown

2-acetyl-2-thiazoline

Flavoring

2-acetyl-2-thiazoline is an organosulfur compound used as a flavoring agent in food products to impart savory, meaty, and roasted notes. It is not approved as a food additive by the FDA but may be used in some jurisdictions under different regulatory frameworks.

CAS 29926-41-8View
Unknown

2-acetyl-3, 5(or 6)-dimethylpyrazine, Mixture Of Isomers

Flavoring

2-acetyl-3,5(or 6)-dimethylpyrazine is a synthetic flavoring compound used to create savory, nutty, and roasted notes in food products. It functions as both a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in various food applications.

CAS 977043-63-2View
Unknown

2-acetyl-3,5-dimethylfuran

Flavoring

2-acetyl-3,5-dimethylfuran is a synthetic flavoring compound used to provide savory, bread-like, and roasted notes in food products. It is not currently approved as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA but has no reported adverse events or recalls associated with its use.

CAS 22940-86-9View
Unknown

2-acetyl-3-ethylpyrazine

Flavoring

2-acetyl-3-ethylpyrazine is a synthetic flavoring compound used to create nutty, roasted, and savory flavor notes in food products. It functions as both a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer, commonly found in processed foods, beverages, and savory snacks.

CAS 32974-92-8View
Safe

2-acetyl-3-methylpyrazine

Flavoring

2-acetyl-3-methylpyrazine is a synthetic flavoring compound that imparts a roasted, nutty, and popcorn-like taste to food products. It is used in small quantities by food manufacturers to enhance or create specific flavor profiles in processed foods and beverages.

CAS 23787-80-6View
Unknown

2-acetyl-4-isopropenylpyridine

Flavoring

2-acetyl-4-isopropenylpyridine is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and nutty taste notes in food products. It is not approved as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA and has limited regulatory authorization in most jurisdictions.

CAS 142896-11-5View
Safe

2-acetyl-4-isopropylpyridine

Flavoring

2-acetyl-4-isopropylpyridine is a synthetic flavoring compound used to create complex taste profiles in food products. It is a pyridine derivative designed to impart nutty, roasted, and woody flavor notes in various food applications.

CAS 142896-09-1View
Unknown

2-acetyl-5-methylfuran

Flavoring

2-acetyl-5-methylfuran is a synthetic flavoring compound belonging to the furan family. It is used in food manufacturing to enhance and modify flavors, commonly appearing in beverages, baked goods, and processed foods to provide nutty, caramel, or roasted notes.

CAS 1193-79-9View
Unknown

2-acetyl-5-methylthiophene

Flavoring

2-acetyl-5-methylthiophene is a synthetic flavoring compound that imparts meaty, savory, and roasted notes to food products. It is used in small quantities in processed foods to enhance or create specific flavor profiles.

CAS 13679-74-8View
Unknown

2-acetylpyridine

Flavoring

2-acetylpyridine is a synthetic organic compound used as a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in food products. It imparts nutty, roasted, and pyridine-like aromatic notes and is employed in small quantities to enhance or create specific flavor profiles in processed foods.

CAS 1122-62-9View
Safe

2-acetylthiazole

Flavoring

2-acetylthiazole is an organosulfur compound used as a flavoring agent and processing aid in food products. It provides savory, meaty, and roasted flavor notes and functions as an antioxidant to extend shelf life.

CAS 24295-03-2View
Unknown

2-amyl-5 Or 6-keto-1,4-dioxane

Flavoring

2-amyl-5 or 6-keto-1,4-dioxane is a synthetic flavoring agent used to provide specific taste and aroma characteristics in food products. This compound belongs to the class of organic flavoring chemicals designed to enhance or modify food flavor profiles.

CAS 65504-96-3View
Unknown

2-benzofurancarboxaldehyde

Flavoring

2-benzofurancarboxaldehyde is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is not approved as a Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) substance by the FDA, though no adverse events or recalls have been reported in connection with its use.

CAS 4265-16-1View
Avoid

2-butanol

Flavoring

2-butanol is a four-carbon alcohol used as a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in food products. It is not approved as a food additive by the FDA and is not classified as GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) for food use in the United States.

CAS 78-92-2View
Unknown

2-butanone

Flavoring

2-Butanone, also known as methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), is a volatile organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It occurs naturally in some foods and is primarily used to impart fruity, buttery, and solvent-like notes to beverages and flavorings.

CAS 78-93-3View
Unknown

2-butyl-2-butenal

Flavoring

2-butyl-2-butenal is a synthetic flavoring compound used to enhance and modify taste profiles in processed foods. It functions as both a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in various food applications.

CAS 25409-08-9View
Unknown

2-butyl-5 Or 6-keto-1,4-dioxane

Flavoring

2-butyl-5 or 6-keto-1,4-dioxane (CAS 65504-95-2) is a synthetic flavoring agent used in food products to provide flavor compounds. It has not been designated as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA and remains in limited commercial use.

CAS 65504-95-2View
Unknown

2-butylfuran

Flavoring

2-Butylfuran is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart buttery, caramel-like flavor notes in food products. It is not currently approved as a GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) substance by the FDA, though it has not been associated with reported adverse events or product recalls.

CAS 4466-24-4View
Caution

2-butylisothiocyanate

Flavoring

2-butylisothiocyanate is an organic compound classified as a flavoring agent or adjuvant. It is primarily used in food products to impart a pungent, mustard-like flavor profile, characteristic of many compounds found naturally in cruciferous vegetables. While approved as a flavoring in the European Union, it has not been formally designated as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the U.S. FDA.

CAS 4426-79-3View

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