Food Additive Database
2,954 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.
Linalyl Propionate
FlavoringLinalyl propionate (CAS 144-39-8) is a synthetic ester compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts fruity and floral notes and is employed in small quantities to enhance the sensory profile of various foods and beverages.
Linden Flowers (tilia Glabra Vent.)
FlavoringLinden flowers (Tilia glabra Vent.) are botanical flavorings derived from the linden tree, used as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in food and beverage products. These flowers contribute aromatic and taste properties to various food applications.
Linden Flowers, Extract (tilia Spp.)
FlavoringLinden Flowers Extract (Tilia spp.) is a plant-derived flavoring agent obtained from linden tree flowers, used to impart floral and herbal notes to food and beverage products. The extract is utilized in small quantities as a flavor adjuvant in various food applications.
Linden Leaves (tillia Spp.)
FlavoringLinden leaves (Tilia spp.) are dried plant material from linden or lime trees used as a natural flavoring agent in beverages and food products. This botanical ingredient provides mild floral and herbal notes and has a long history of use in traditional teas and herbal preparations.
Linoleic Acid
FlavoringLinoleic acid is an essential omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acid naturally found in many plant oils and seeds. It functions as a flavoring agent and adjuvant in food products, contributing to taste and texture profiles while serving important nutritional roles in human health.
Lipase
FlavoringLipase is a naturally occurring enzyme that breaks down fats into smaller molecules, enhancing flavor development in foods. It is used as a processing aid and flavoring agent in cheese production, baked goods, and dairy products.
Litsea Cubeba Berry Oil
FlavoringLitsea cubeba berry oil is a natural essential oil extracted from the fruits of the Litsea cubeba plant, native to East Asia. It functions as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, providing citrus and spice-like aromatic notes.
Lovage (levisticum Officinale Koch)
FlavoringLovage (Levisticum officinale Koch) is a perennial herb in the celery family used as a natural flavoring agent in food products. It imparts a savory, celery-like taste and is employed in seasonings, soups, and processed foods to enhance flavor profiles.
Lovage, Extract (levisticum Officinale Koch)
FlavoringLovage extract is a natural flavoring agent derived from the Levisticum officinale plant, commonly used to add herbal and celery-like notes to food and beverages. It functions as a flavoring adjuvant in the food industry to enhance taste profiles in various culinary applications.
Lovage, Oil (levisticum Officinale Koch)
FlavoringLovage oil is an essential oil extracted from the Levisticum officinale plant, commonly used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It imparts a celery-like, herbaceous taste and is employed in seasonings, soups, and savory products to enhance flavor profiles.
Luo Han Fruit Concentrate
FlavoringLuo Han Fruit Concentrate is a natural flavoring agent derived from the Siraitia grosvenorii plant, commonly known as monk fruit. It is used in food and beverage products primarily to provide sweetness and flavor characteristics.
Lupulin (humulus Lupulus L.)
FlavoringLupulin is a natural flavoring extract derived from hop plants (Humulus lupulus L.), containing volatile oils and resins that impart characteristic bitter and aromatic properties. It is primarily used in beverages, particularly beer, and in various flavored food products to provide hop-derived taste profiles.
M-cresol
FlavoringM-cresol (3-methylphenol) is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is not approved as a food additive by the FDA under GRAS status and has limited use in modern food manufacturing.
M-dimethoxybenzene
FlavoringM-dimethoxybenzene (1,3-dimethoxybenzene) is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is not approved as a food additive by the FDA and has not been designated as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS).
Mace (myristica Fragrans Houtt.)
FlavoringMace is a spice derived from the nutmeg tree (Myristica fragrans) that functions as a flavoring agent and texturizer in food products. It has been designated as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA with no reported adverse events or recalls.
Mace, Oil (myristica Fragrans Houtt.)
FlavoringMace oil is a flavoring agent derived from the nutmeg plant (Myristica fragrans). It is used in food manufacturing to impart warm, spicy flavor notes and is commonly found in baked goods, beverages, and savory products.
Mace, Oleoresin (myristica Fragrans Houtt.)
FlavoringMace oleoresin is a concentrated extract from the aril (seed covering) of nutmeg (Myristica fragrans), containing volatile oils and flavor compounds. It is used as a natural flavoring agent in food products to provide warm, spicy notes characteristic of mace.
Magnesium Carbonate
FlavoringMagnesium carbonate is an inorganic compound used in food as an anticaking agent, drying agent, and nutrient supplement. It helps maintain product flow and consistency in powdered foods while providing a dietary source of magnesium.
Magnesium Oxide
FlavoringMagnesium oxide (MgO) is an inorganic compound derived from magnesium that functions as an anticaking agent, desiccant, and nutrient supplement in food products. It is widely used to improve texture, prevent clumping, and maintain product stability while also serving as a source of dietary magnesium.
Magnolol
FlavoringMagnolol is a naturally occurring polyphenolic compound extracted from magnolia tree bark and seeds, used as a flavoring agent in food products. It contributes to the characteristic taste and aroma profiles in certain beverages and food formulations.
Maidenhair Fern (adiantum Capillus-veneris L.)
FlavoringMaidenhair fern (Adiantum capillus-veneris L.) is a plant-derived flavoring agent derived from the fronds of a delicate fern species. It is used in food as a natural flavoring agent or adjuvant to impart subtle botanical notes to various food and beverage products.
Malic Acid
FlavoringMalic acid (CAS 617-48-1) is an organic compound naturally found in fruits that functions as a flavor enhancer, flavoring agent, and pH control agent in food products. It is widely used in the food industry to add tartness, enhance flavor profiles, and regulate acidity in beverages, confections, and other processed foods.
Maltodextrin
FlavoringMaltodextrin is a polysaccharide derived from starch through partial hydrolysis, consisting of glucose units linked in chains. It functions as a thickener, stabilizer, and texturizer in processed foods while providing mild sweetness and improved flow properties.
Maltol
FlavoringMaltol is a naturally occurring organic compound used as a flavoring agent and sweetness enhancer in food products. It provides a sweet, caramel-like taste and is commonly employed in beverages, baked goods, and confectionery items.
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