Food Additive Database
2,954 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.
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.
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.
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.
Wheat Gluten
FlavoringWheat gluten is a natural protein extract derived from wheat flour through water washing and processing. It functions as a texturizer, binder, and flavor enhancer in various food products, providing structure and improving mouthfeel without synthetic modification.
Wheat Starch
FlavoringWheat starch is a carbohydrate extracted from wheat grains, used in food manufacturing as a thickener, stabilizer, and texturizer. It serves multiple functional roles in processed foods, including enhancing flavor perception and improving product consistency.
Whey Protein Concentrate
FlavoringWhey Protein Concentrate is a dairy-derived ingredient produced by removing water and lactose from whey, the liquid byproduct of cheese making. It functions as a nutrient supplement, flavor enhancer, and texturizer in various food and beverage products.
Whey, Demineralized
FlavoringDemineralized whey is a dairy-derived ingredient produced by removing minerals from whey, the liquid byproduct of cheese and casein manufacturing. It functions as a flavor enhancer and flavoring agent in food products, contributing dairy notes and improving taste profiles while serving as a solvent or vehicle for other ingredients.
Wintergreen, Extract (gaultheria Procumbens L.)
FlavoringWintergreen extract is a flavoring agent derived from Gaultheria procumbens L., a plant native to North America. It is used in food products to impart a characteristic minty, cooling flavor and is commonly found in candies, beverages, and confections.
Wintergreen, Oil (gaultheria Procumbens L.)
FlavoringWintergreen oil (Gaultheria procumbens L.) is a natural flavoring agent derived from the wintergreen plant, primarily used to impart characteristic minty and cooling sensations in food and beverage products. It is not currently on the FDA's GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) list but has no documented adverse events or recalls associated with its use.
Woodruff, Sweet (asperula Odorata L.)
FlavoringSweet woodruff (Asperula odorata L.) is a natural flavoring agent derived from an aromatic herb native to Europe. It is used in beverages, desserts, and confectionery products to impart a distinctive sweet, vanilla-like flavor with subtle herbal notes.
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 Autolysate
FlavoringYeast autolysate is a flavoring ingredient derived from the breakdown of yeast cell membranes, containing proteins, nucleotides, and flavor compounds. It functions as a flavor enhancer and nutrient supplement in various food products, contributing savory, umami-like characteristics.
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.
Yeasts
FlavoringYeasts are single-celled microorganisms used in food production for fermentation, leavening, and flavoring purposes. They serve multiple functions including as leavening agents in baked goods, flavor enhancers, and nutrient supplements, and have been used in food preparation for thousands of years.
Yeasts, Dried
FlavoringDried yeasts are dehydrated microorganisms (primarily Saccharomyces cerevisiae) used in food production as flavor enhancers, leavening agents, and nutrient supplements. They serve multiple functions in baking, brewing, and fermented foods while contributing B vitamins and protein to finished products.
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.
Ylang-ylang, Oil (cananga Odorata Hook. F. And Thomas)
FlavoringYlang-ylang oil is a volatile essential oil extracted from the flowers of Cananga odorata, a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. It is used as a flavoring agent in food products to impart floral, fruity notes and is not currently designated as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
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.
Z-5-octenyl Acetate
FlavoringZ-5-octenyl acetate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to provide fruity, floral notes in food and beverage products. This organic ester is derived from or mimics natural flavor compounds found in fruits and flowers, functioning as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in processed foods.
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.
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