Food Additive Database
2,954 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.
Levulinic Acid
FlavoringLevulinic acid is an organic compound classified as a flavor enhancer and flavoring agent. It is not currently approved as a food additive by the FDA and remains largely experimental in food applications, with potential use in developing novel flavoring systems.
Levulose
FlavoringLevulose, also known as fructose, is a simple sugar and naturally occurring monosaccharide classified as a nutritive sweetener. It functions as a flavor enhancer, sweetening agent, and processing aid in food formulations, and is recognized as safe by the FDA.
Licorice (glycyrrhiza Spp.)
FlavoringLicorice (Glycyrrhiza spp.) is a natural flavoring agent derived from the root of licorice plants, commonly used to enhance and provide sweet, distinctive flavor to foods and beverages. It functions as both a flavor enhancer and flavoring agent in the food industry.
Licorice Extract (glycyrrhiza Spp.)
FlavoringLicorice extract is a flavoring agent derived from the roots of Glycyrrhiza species plants, commonly used to impart sweet, distinctive licorice flavor to foods and beverages. It functions as both a flavoring and flavor adjuvant in the food industry.
Licorice Extract Powder (glycyrrhiza Spp.)
FlavoringLicorice Extract Powder is a natural flavoring agent derived from Glycyrrhiza species plants, primarily used to impart licorice flavor and subtle sweetness to food and beverage products. It functions as both a flavoring agent and non-nutritive sweetener in the food industry.
Lime Juice, Dehydrated
FlavoringDehydrated lime juice is a dried form of fresh lime juice used as a flavoring agent in food and beverage products. It provides concentrated citrus flavor while extending shelf life compared to fresh juice, and is commonly found in seasonings, beverages, and processed foods.
Lime Oil, Distilled
FlavoringDistilled lime oil is a natural flavoring agent extracted from lime fruit, primarily used to impart citrus flavor to beverages, confectionery, and other food products. It is derived through distillation processes that concentrate the aromatic compounds responsible for lime's characteristic taste and aroma.
Lime Oil, Expressed
FlavoringLime Oil, Expressed is a natural flavoring agent derived from lime fruit through mechanical expression. It is used in small quantities in food and beverages to impart authentic lime taste and aroma.
Lime, Oil, Terpeneless (citrus Aurantifolia (christman) Swingle)
FlavoringLime, Oil, Terpeneless is a citrus flavoring derived from Persian lime (Citrus aurantifolia) with volatile terpenes removed. It is used as a flavoring agent in beverages, confections, and other food products to impart authentic lime taste.
Linaloe Wood, Oil (bursera Delpechiana Poiss. And Other Bursera Spp.)
FlavoringLinaloe wood oil is a natural essential oil extracted from Bursera species trees native to Central and South America. It is used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, primarily valued for its woody and slightly floral aromatic profile.
Linalool
FlavoringLinalool is a naturally occurring terpene alcohol found in many plants including lavender, basil, and coriander. It is used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages to impart floral and herbal notes.
Linalool Oxide
FlavoringLinalool oxide is a naturally occurring organic compound derived from linalool, a terpene alcohol found in essential oils and plants. It is used as a flavoring agent in food products to impart floral and fruity aromatic notes.
Linalool Oxide Pyranoid
FlavoringLinalool Oxide Pyranoid (CAS 14049-11-7) is a synthetic flavoring compound derived from linalool, a naturally occurring terpene alcohol found in essential oils. It is used in the food industry as a flavoring agent to impart floral and fruity notes to various food and beverage products.
Linalyl Acetate
FlavoringLinalyl acetate (CAS 115-95-7) is an organic compound naturally found in essential oils that is used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts floral and fruity notes and is derived from or chemically synthesized to enhance the sensory profile of beverages, confectionery, and other food items.
Linalyl Anthranilate
FlavoringLinalyl anthranilate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to create fruity and floral taste profiles in food products. It is not approved as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA but has no reported adverse events or recalls.
Linalyl Benzoate
FlavoringLinalyl benzoate (CAS 126-64-7) is an organic ester compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It contributes floral and fruity aromatic notes to beverages, confectionery, and other processed foods.
Linalyl Butyrate
FlavoringLinalyl butyrate (CAS 78-36-4) is a synthetic flavoring compound that occurs naturally in some fruits and flowers. It is used in food and beverage products to provide fruity and floral flavor notes.
Linalyl Cinnamate
FlavoringLinalyl cinnamate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and floral taste and aroma characteristics to food products. It is not currently approved as generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA but has been used in limited food applications with no documented adverse events or recalls.
Linalyl Formate
FlavoringLinalyl formate (CAS 115-99-1) is a naturally occurring organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It contributes floral and fruity notes and is found in small quantities in various essential oils and plant sources.
Linalyl Hexanoate
FlavoringLinalyl hexanoate is a synthetic flavoring compound composed of linalool (a naturally occurring terpene) esterified with hexanoic acid. It is used in food manufacturing to impart fruity and floral notes to various products.
Linalyl Isobutyrate
FlavoringLinalyl isobutyrate is a synthetic flavoring compound derived from linalool, used to impart fruity and floral notes to food and beverage products. It functions as a flavoring agent in various processed foods and is generally recognized as safe by many regulatory bodies.
Linalyl Isovalerate
FlavoringLinalyl isovalerate (CAS 1118-27-0) is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It contributes fruity and floral notes to beverages, confections, and other processed foods where it enhances sensory characteristics.
Linalyl Octanoate
FlavoringLinalyl Octanoate (CAS 10024-64-5) is a synthetic ester compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is designed to provide fruity and floral aromatic notes to beverages, confections, and other processed foods.
Linalyl Phenylacetate
FlavoringLinalyl phenylacetate (CAS 7143-69-3) is a synthetic organic compound used as a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in food products. It belongs to the class of aromatic esters and is employed to provide fruity, floral, and herbaceous notes to beverages, confections, and other processed foods.
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