Food Additive Database
451 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.
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.
Pepsin
OtherPepsin is a naturally-occurring enzyme derived from pig stomach lining that breaks down proteins in food. It is used in food processing as a digestive aid and to improve protein hydrolysis in various food products.
Perfluorohexane
OtherPerfluorohexane (PFH) is a synthetic fluorinated organic compound with the CAS number 355-42-0. Its function in food applications remains undetermined, and it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.
Perillo
OtherPerillo (CAS 977049-04-9) is a processing aid used in malting and fermentation processes in food production. It has not received FDA GRAS status and is not approved for use in the United States.
Periodic Acid
OtherPeriodic acid (CAS 10450-60-9) is a strong oxidizing agent with the chemical formula HIO₄. Its specific function in food applications remains undocumented in available regulatory and scientific literature.
Petroleum Wax
OtherPetroleum wax is a refined mineral wax derived from crude oil processing, approved by the FDA as a Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) substance. It functions as a masticatory substance, surface-active agent, and surface-finishing agent in food products, primarily used in chewing gum and as a coating on certain foods.
Petroleum Wax, Synthetic
OtherPetroleum Wax, Synthetic (CAS 977045-73-4) is a man-made wax derived from petroleum hydrocarbons, used in food as a masticatory substance and surface-active agent. It functions primarily in chewing gum and similar products to provide texture and coating properties.
Phenol-formaldehyde, Cross-linked, Tetraethylenepentamine Activated
OtherPhenol-formaldehyde, cross-linked, tetraethylenepentamine activated is a synthetic polymer used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. It functions to remove impurities and contaminants during food processing without becoming part of the final food product.
Phenol-formaldehyde, Cross-linked, Triethylenetetramine & Tetraethylenepentamine Activated
OtherPhenol-formaldehyde, Cross-linked, Triethylenetetramine & Tetraethylenepentamine Activated is a synthetic polymer-based processing aid used in food manufacturing. It functions as a specialized additive to assist in food processing operations rather than remaining in the final product.
Phenol-formaldehyde, Cross-linked, Triethylenetetramine Activated
OtherPhenol-formaldehyde, cross-linked, triethylenetetramine activated is a synthetic polymer used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. It functions to remove impurities and contaminants during food production without becoming part of the final food product.
Phenol-formaldehyde, Sulfite-modified, Cross-linked
OtherPhenol-formaldehyde, sulfite-modified, cross-linked is a synthetic polymer used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. It functions to facilitate production processes rather than remain as an ingredient in the final food product.
Piperazine Dihydrochloride
OtherPiperazine dihydrochloride is a chemical compound that has not been established as a food additive by the FDA. Its specific functions and applications in food products remain undefined, and it is not currently permitted for use in food in the United States.
Poly(acrylic Acid-co-hypophosphite), Sodium Salt
OtherPoly(acrylic Acid-co-hypophosphite), Sodium Salt is a synthetic polymer used as a boiler water additive in food processing equipment. It functions as a scale inhibitor and corrosion preventative in industrial water systems that contact food production environments.
Poly(alkyl(c16-22)acrylate)
OtherPoly(alkyl(c16-22)acrylate) is a synthetic polymer processing aid used in food manufacturing to facilitate production processes. It is not approved as a food additive by the FDA and does not appear in foods intended for consumer consumption.
Poly(divinylbenzene-co-trimethyl(vinylbenzyl)ammonium Chloride)
OtherPoly(divinylbenzene-co-trimethyl(vinylbenzyl)ammonium chloride) is a synthetic polymer used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. It functions to remove or modify unwanted substances during production, with no approved food uses in major regulatory regions.
Poly(maleic Anhydride), Sodium Salt
OtherPoly(maleic Anhydride), Sodium Salt (CAS 70247-90-4) is a synthetic polymer used as a boiler water additive in food processing equipment. It functions to prevent scale buildup and corrosion in industrial steam generation systems used in food manufacturing.
Polyacrylamide
OtherPolyacrylamide (CAS 9003-05-8) is a synthetic polymer used as a formulation aid in food processing to improve texture and stability. It is not approved as a direct food additive by the FDA but may be used in specific applications such as paper and paperboard that contact food.
Polyacrylamide Resin, Modified
OtherPolyacrylamide Resin, Modified (CAS 26006-22-4) is a synthetic polymer used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. It functions to improve texture, clarity, or separation efficiency during production but is not intended to remain in the final food product.
Polyacrylic Acid, Sodium Salt
OtherPolyacrylic acid, sodium salt is a synthetic polymer used primarily as a boiler water treatment chemical and surface cleaning agent. It is not approved as a food additive by the FDA and is not intended for direct food use.
Polyethylene Glycol (400) Dioleate
OtherPolyethylene Glycol (400) Dioleate is a synthetic surface-active agent derived from polyethylene glycol and oleic acid. It functions as an emulsifier and solubilizing agent in food and pharmaceutical applications, helping to blend ingredients that don't naturally mix.
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