Food Additive Database
2,954 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.
Alpha-methylbenzyl Propionate
FlavoringAlpha-methylbenzyl propionate (CAS 120-45-6) is an organic ester 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 applications.
Alpha-methylcinnamaldehyde
FlavoringAlpha-methylcinnamaldehyde is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in food products. It is a synthetic aromatic aldehyde that imparts spicy, cinnamon-like sensory characteristics to beverages, confectionery, and other food applications.
Alpha-methylphenethyl Butyrate
FlavoringAlpha-methylphenethyl butyrate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and floral notes in food and beverage products. It belongs to the class of ester-based flavorings and is utilized in small quantities to enhance or modify taste profiles.
Alpha-phellandrene
FlavoringAlpha-phellandrene (CAS 99-83-2) is a naturally occurring monoterpene compound used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It contributes to the characteristic spicy, minty, and herbal aroma profiles found in various culinary applications and commercial food products.
Alpha-pinene
FlavoringAlpha-pinene is a naturally occurring terpene compound found in pine trees, rosemary, and other plants. It is used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages to impart pine, woody, and herbal notes.
Alpha-propylphenethyl Alcohol
FlavoringAlpha-propylphenethyl alcohol (CAS 705-73-7) is a synthetic organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is not currently approved as a GRAS substance by the FDA and has limited regulatory history in food applications.
Alpha-terpinene
FlavoringAlpha-terpinene is a naturally occurring organic compound classified as a flavoring agent used to impart citrus and herbal notes in food products. It is derived from essential oils and plant sources, functioning as a flavoring adjuvant in the food industry.
Alpha-terpinyl Anthranilate
FlavoringAlpha-terpinyl anthranilate (CAS 14481-52-8) is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and floral notes in food and beverage products. This aromatic ester functions as a flavoring agent to enhance taste and aroma profiles in various processed foods.
Althea Flowers (althea Officinalis L.)
FlavoringAlthea flowers (Althea officinalis L.) are botanical extracts derived from the marshmallow plant, used as a flavoring agent and sensory adjuvant in food products. The ingredient contributes mild floral notes and is employed primarily in specialized or artisanal food applications.
Althea Root (althea Officinalis L.)
FlavoringAlthea root (Althea officinalis L.) is a plant-derived flavoring agent derived from the marshmallow plant. It is used in food products as a flavoring adjuvant to impart subtle herbal and slightly sweet taste characteristics.
Ambergris, Tincture
FlavoringAmbergris tincture is a flavoring agent derived from ambergris, a waxy substance produced in the digestive system of sperm whales. It is used in very small quantities to add subtle, complex flavor notes to food and beverages, particularly in luxury food products.
Ambrette Seed (hibiscus Abelmoschus L.)
FlavoringAmbrette seed (Hibiscus abelmoschus L.) is a plant-derived flavoring agent extracted from the seeds of the ambrette plant, a tropical hibiscus species. It is used in food and beverage applications to impart a musky, slightly sweet flavor profile.
Ambrette Seed, Oil (hibiscus Abelmoschus L.)
FlavoringAmbrette seed oil is a natural flavoring agent derived from the hibiscus Abelmoschus plant, used to impart musky, warm aromatic notes in food and beverage products. It is not currently approved as GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) by the FDA, though it has not been associated with reported adverse events or recalls.
Ambrette, Absolute, Oil (hibiscus Abelmoschus L.)
FlavoringAmbrette absolute oil is a natural flavoring ingredient derived from the hibiscus Abelmoschus plant, commonly known as musk mallow. It is used as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in food products to impart aromatic and taste characteristics.
Ambrette, Tincture (hibiscus Abelmoschus L.)
FlavoringAmbrette tincture is a flavoring agent derived from hibiscus Abelmoschus L., a plant native to tropical regions. It is used in the food industry to impart distinctive floral and musky flavor notes to various food products.
Ammonia (also Includes Ammonium Chloride)
FlavoringAmmonia and ammonium chloride are nitrogen-containing compounds used as flavoring agents and flavor adjuvants in food production. These additives enhance or modify taste profiles in various food products and are subject to FDA regulations governing their safe use in food.
Ammonium Chloride
FlavoringAmmonium chloride (NH₄Cl) is an inorganic salt used in food production as a dough strengthener, leavening agent, and flavoring agent. It functions as a processing aid that improves dough texture and rise in baked goods while contributing a slightly salty taste.
Ammonium Isovalerate
FlavoringAmmonium isovalerate is an organic salt compound used as a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in food products. It imparts a characteristic cheesy, fermented note and is employed in small quantities to enhance savory food flavors.
Ammonium Phosphate, Dibasic
FlavoringAmmonium phosphate, dibasic (diammonium phosphate) is an inorganic salt compound used in food production as a leavening agent, flavor enhancer, and nutrient supplement. It functions to control pH, improve fermentation processes, and provide essential nutrients in various food applications.
Ammonium Sulfate
FlavoringAmmonium sulfate (CAS 7783-20-2) is an inorganic salt used in food processing to strengthen dough, enhance flavors, and aid fermentation. It serves multiple functions in baking and grain processing, including acting as a leavening agent and flour treatment chemical.
Ammonium Sulfide
FlavoringAmmonium sulfide is a chemical compound used as a flavoring agent and antioxidant in food production. It functions as a flavor enhancer and is employed in specialty food applications, though it is not recognized as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Amyl 2-furoate
FlavoringAmyl 2-furoate is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts fruity, furan-derived flavor notes and is employed in small quantities to enhance taste profiles in various processed foods and beverages.
Amyl Alcohol
FlavoringAmyl alcohol is a volatile organic compound 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 designated as GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe).
Amyl Butyrate
FlavoringAmyl butyrate is an organic ester compound used as a flavoring agent in food products to provide fruity, banana-like sensory notes. It is not approved as a food additive by the FDA but may be used in certain flavoring preparations under specific regulatory frameworks.
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