Food Additive Database
2,391 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.
(+/-)-dihydrofarnesol
Flavoring(+/-)-dihydrofarnesol is a synthetic organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It functions as a flavor adjuvant to enhance or modify taste and aroma profiles in various food and beverage applications.
(+/-)-dihydromintlactone
Flavoring(+/-)-dihydromintlactone is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart mint and cooling sensations in food and beverage products. It functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant to enhance taste profiles in various consumer foods.
(+/-)-eriodictyol
Flavoring(+/-)-Eriodictyol is a naturally occurring flavonoid compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is derived from plant sources and functions to enhance or modify taste profiles in various food and beverage applications.
(+/-)-ethyl 2-hydroxy-2-methylbutyrate
Flavoring(+/-)-Ethyl 2-hydroxy-2-methylbutyrate is a synthetic organic compound primarily used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts fruity, sweet, creamy, and dairy-like notes, enhancing the sensory profile of various foods and beverages. While not formally listed as FDA GRAS, it is recognized as GRAS by the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA) and approved for use in the European Union.
(+/-)-ethyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylvalerate
Flavoring(+/-)-ethyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylvalerate is a synthetic organic compound used as a flavoring agent and adjuvant in the food industry. It is valued for its complex aroma profile, encompassing fruity, creamy, and dairy notes. It has been evaluated by international bodies like JECFA and EFSA, which have concluded no safety concern at estimated dietary intake levels.
(+/-)-ethyl 3-acetoxy-2-methylbutyrate
Flavoring(+/-)-ethyl 3-acetoxy-2-methylbutyrate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to create fruity and complex taste profiles in food and beverage products. This ester functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in the food industry, contributing aromatic properties to finished products.
(+/-)-ethyl 3-hydroxy-2-methylbutyrate
Flavoring(+/-)-Ethyl 3-hydroxy-2-methylbutyrate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to provide fruity and brandy-like taste notes in food and beverage products. It functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in various processed foods.
(+/-)-ethyl 3-mercapto-2-methylbutanoate
Flavoring(+/-)-Ethyl 3-mercapto-2-methylbutanoate is a synthetic food additive primarily used as a flavoring agent or adjuvant. It is valued for its potent fruity, tropical, and sulfurous notes, contributing specific aromas to a wide range of food and beverage products. While not formally FDA GRAS, it is recognized as safe by industry expert panels like FEMA and has undergone safety evaluation by EFSA.
(+/-)-isobutyl 3-methylthiobutyrate
Flavoring(+/-)-isobutyl 3-methylthiobutyrate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart meaty, savory, and sulfurous notes in food products. It is employed in small quantities as a flavoring agent to enhance the taste profile of processed foods.
(+/-)-methyl 5-acetoxyhexanoate
Flavoring(+/-)-methyl 5-acetoxyhexanoate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and ester-like taste notes in food products. It functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in processed foods and beverages where fruity or apple-like sensory characteristics are desired.
(+/-)-n,n-dimethyl Menthyl Succinamide
Flavoring(+/-)-n,n-dimethyl Menthyl Succinamide is a synthetic flavor enhancer derived from menthol chemistry. It is used in food products to intensify and modify flavor profiles, particularly in confectionery and beverage applications.
(+/-)-n-lactoyltyramine
Flavoring(+/-)-n-lactoyltyramine is a synthetic flavoring compound derived from the amino acid tyramine and lactic acid. It is used as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in food products to enhance or modify taste profiles.
(+/-)-trans- And Cis-2-hexenal Glyceryl Acetal
Flavoring(+/-)-trans- And Cis-2-hexenal Glyceryl Acetal is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and green note flavors to food products. It functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in various processed foods and beverages.
(+/-)-trans- And Cis-4,8-dimethyl-3,7-nonadien-2-ol
Flavoring(+/-)-trans- And Cis-4,8-dimethyl-3,7-nonadien-2-ol is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and floral notes to food and beverage products. This alcohol-based molecule is employed in very small quantities as a flavoring agent in the food industry.
(+/-)-trans- And Cis-4,8-dimethyl-3,7-nonadien-2-yl Acetate
Flavoring(+/-)-trans- And Cis-4,8-dimethyl-3,7-nonadien-2-yl Acetate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to provide fruity and floral notes in food products. It belongs to a class of acetate esters commonly employed in the flavor industry to enhance taste profiles.
(+/-)-trans- And Cis-5-(2,2-dimethylcyclopropyl)-3-methyl-2-pentenal
FlavoringThis compound is a synthetic flavoring agent belonging to the cyclopropyl aldehyde family, used to impart fruity and woody notes in food products. It is not approved as GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) by the FDA but has not been associated with reported adverse events or recalls.
(+/-)cis- And Trans-2-pentyl-4-propyl-1,3-oxathiane
FlavoringCis- and trans-2-pentyl-4-propyl-1,3-oxathiane is a synthetic organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. This sulfur-containing heterocyclic compound provides savory and meaty flavor notes in processed foods.
(-)-homoeriodictyol, Sodium Salt
Flavoring(-)-Homoeriodictyol sodium salt is a synthetic flavoring compound derived from naturally occurring flavonoids. It functions as a flavor enhancer in food products and has not been approved by the FDA as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS).
(2 Or 5 Or 6)-methoxy-3-methylpyrazine (mixture Of Isomers)
Flavoring(2 Or 5 Or 6)-methoxy-3-methylpyrazine is a synthetic flavoring compound consisting of a mixture of three isomeric forms. It is used in the food industry as a flavoring agent to impart nutty, roasted, and earthy taste notes to various food products.
(2,4)- And (3,5)- And (3,6)-dimethyl-3-cyclohexenylcarbaldehyde
Flavoring(2,4)- and (3,5)- and (3,6)-dimethyl-3-cyclohexenylcarbaldehyde is a synthetic aromatic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. This aldehyde derivative provides woody and floral flavor notes in various food and beverage applications.
(2-furyl)-2-propanone
Flavoring(2-furyl)-2-propanone is a synthetic flavoring compound with a furan ring structure, used to impart fruity and caramel-like taste notes in food products. It has not been designated as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA, though no adverse events or recalls have been recorded.
(e)-2-(2-octenyl)cyclopentanone
Flavoring(E)-2-(2-octenyl)cyclopentanone is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and woody notes in food products. It is not approved as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA but has not been associated with any reported adverse events or recalls.
(e)-2-(3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadienyl)cyclopentanone
Flavoring(E)-2-(3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadienyl)cyclopentanone is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart specific aromatic characteristics to food products. This cyclopentanone derivative functions as a flavoring agent in processed foods where it contributes woody and herbal notes.
(e)-2-butenoic Acid
Flavoring(E)-2-Butenoic acid, also known as crotonic acid, is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts a sharp, sour taste characteristic and is employed in small quantities to enhance flavor profiles in various food applications.
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