Food Additive Database
275 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.
Morpholine, Fatty Acid Salts
OtherMorpholine, Fatty Acid Salts is a synthetic compound formed by combining morpholine with fatty acids, used as a surface-finishing agent in food processing. It functions to improve the texture and appearance of food surfaces during manufacturing.
N-alkyl(c8-c18 From Coconut Oil) Amine Acetate
OtherN-alkyl(c8-c18 from coconut oil) amine acetate is a synthetic compound derived from coconut oil fatty acids. Its specific function in food applications remains undocumented in available scientific literature and regulatory databases.
N-butane
OtherN-butane is a four-carbon alkane hydrocarbon used as a propellant in food products. It is commonly employed in aerosol food applications to dispense contents under pressure.
Natamycin
OtherNatamycin is a naturally occurring antifungal antibiotic produced by Streptomyces bacteria. It is used as a preservative in food products to prevent mold and fungal spoilage, particularly in cheese and other dairy products.
Natural Gas
OtherNatural gas is a gaseous mixture of hydrocarbons used in food processing as a surface-finishing agent. It is not approved by the FDA for direct food contact applications and has limited documented use in modern food manufacturing.
Niger Gutta (ficus Platyphylla Del.)
OtherNiger Gutta is a natural masticatory substance derived from Ficus platyphylla, a fig tree species native to West Africa. It is used in food products as a chewing gum base or masticatory ingredient, functioning similarly to other plant-derived gum bases in confectionery applications.
Nisin Preparation
OtherNisin Preparation is a naturally derived antimicrobial preservative produced by the bacterium Lactococcus lactis. It is used in food products to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria, particularly Listeria monocytogenes and Clostridium botulinum, extending shelf life and improving food safety.
Nispero
OtherNispero (CAS 12002-12-9) is a masticatory substance derived from natural plant sources used in chewing gum and similar products. It functions as a gum base component to provide texture and chewability in confectionery applications.
Nitrogen Oxides
OtherNitrogen oxides are inert gases used as propellants in food aerosol products to dispense contents under pressure. They are approved by the FDA as generally recognized as safe (GRAS) with no reported adverse events or recalls.
Nitrosyl Chloride
OtherNitrosyl chloride (NOCl) is a gaseous chemical compound with the CAS number 2696-92-6 that has been granted GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status by the FDA. Its specific function in food applications remains undocumented in available regulatory records, though it may be used in food processing or preservation.
O-phenylphenol
OtherO-phenylphenol (CAS 90-43-7) is a synthetic antimicrobial and surface-active agent used primarily as a postharvest fungicide on citrus fruits and other produce. It works by inhibiting microbial growth on food surfaces to extend shelf life and reduce spoilage.
Octadecylamine
OtherOctadecylamine is a long-chain aliphatic amine compound primarily used as a boiler water additive in industrial food processing equipment rather than as a food ingredient itself. It functions to prevent corrosion and scale buildup in steam generation systems used in food manufacturing facilities.
Octafluorocyclobutane
OtherOctafluorocyclobutane (CFC-318) is a fluorinated hydrocarbon compound used as a propellant in food aerosol applications. It functions to dispense food products from pressurized containers and has not been associated with documented adverse events in the FDA database.
Oiticica Oil
OtherOiticica oil is a plant-derived oil extracted from the seeds of the Licania rigida tree, native to Brazil. Its function in food applications remains poorly documented, and it is not currently approved as a food additive by the FDA.
Olestra
OtherOlestra is a synthetic fat substitute engineered to provide the taste and texture of dietary fat while being non-caloric and non-absorbable by the human body. It was developed as a replacement for traditional fats in fried and baked foods to reduce caloric intake.
Opopanax, Non-specific
OtherOpopanax, Non-specific refers to extracts or compounds derived from Opopanax plants, though its specific application in food remains poorly documented. This additive has not been formally approved by the FDA as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) and its functional role in food products is currently unknown.
Orange, Extract
OtherOrange Extract (CAS 977130-92-9) is a substance derived from orange fruit or peel, though its specific function in food products remains undetermined. It has not received FDA GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status and has no documented adverse events or recalls in FDA databases.
Oxirane (chloromethyl)-, Polymer With Ammonia, Reaction Product With Chloromethane
OtherOxirane (chloromethyl)-, Polymer With Ammonia, Reaction Product With Chloromethane (CAS 68036-99-9) is a synthetic polymer used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. It functions to assist in various production processes and is not intended to remain in the final food product.
Ozone
OtherOzone (O₃) is a triatomic oxygen molecule used as an antimicrobial agent in food processing to reduce pathogens and extend shelf life. It is generated on-site and decomposes rapidly to oxygen, leaving no chemical residue on food products.
Pancreatin
OtherPancreatin is an enzyme preparation derived from porcine pancreatic tissue containing amylase, protease, and lipase. Its specific function in food applications remains unclear, and it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.
Paraffin And Succinic Derivatives, Synthetic
OtherParaffin and succinic derivatives, synthetic is a synthetic masticatory substance used in chewing gum and related products. It functions as a gum base component that provides texture and chewability to confectionery items.
Pendare (couma Macrocarpa Barb. Rodr. & Couma Utilis (mart.) Muell. Arg.)
OtherPendare is a natural masticatory substance derived from the couma tree species (Couma macrocarpa and Couma utilis), plants native to South America. It is used in food products as a chewing gum base or masticatory ingredient, functioning similarly to traditional natural gums.
Penicillinase From Bacillus Subtilis
OtherPenicillinase from Bacillus subtilis is an enzyme that breaks down penicillin antibiotics. It is used in food processing to remove residual penicillin from dairy products and other foods that may contain antibiotic residues from animal treatment.
Penicillium Roqueforti
OtherPenicillium roqueforti is a mold species traditionally used in cheese production, particularly for creating blue cheese varieties. While not approved as a direct food additive by the FDA, it is naturally present in certain cheese fermentation processes.
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