Food Additive Database
451 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.
Cocoa With Dioctyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate
OtherCocoa with dioctyl sodium sulfosuccinate is a food additive combination consisting of cocoa mixed with dioctyl sodium sulfosuccinate (DOSS), a surfactant compound. While FDA-approved as GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe), its specific function in this cocoa formulation remains undocumented in available scientific literature.
Coconut Oil, Refined
OtherRefined coconut oil is a processed vegetable oil derived from coconut meat (copra) with most impurities removed through bleaching and deodorization. It is used in food manufacturing as a cooking oil, ingredient in baked goods, and fat source in various processed foods.
Copals, Manila
OtherManila copal is a natural resin derived from tropical trees, historically used in varnishes and traditional applications. Its specific function in modern food products remains unclear, and it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.
Coriander Leaf Oil (coriandrum Sativum L.)
OtherCoriander Leaf Oil is an essential oil derived from the leaves of Coriandrum sativum L., a plant commonly used in culinary and traditional applications. While its specific function in food products remains undocumented in regulatory databases, it is used in flavoring applications based on the plant's aromatic properties.
Corn Endosperm Oil
OtherCorn Endosperm Oil (CAS 977010-50-6) is a substance derived from the endosperm component of corn kernels. Its specific function as a food additive is currently classified as unknown, and it has not been recognized as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Corn Gluten
OtherCorn gluten is a protein-rich byproduct derived from corn processing, primarily used as a animal feed ingredient and soil amendment. While sometimes listed as a food additive in databases, its primary applications are in livestock nutrition and horticultural products rather than direct human food use.
Corn Steep Liquor
OtherCorn steep liquor is a byproduct of corn wet-milling that contains proteins, carbohydrates, and minerals. While its specific function in food is not clearly defined, it may be used as a processing aid or nutritional supplement in various food manufacturing applications.
Cottonseed Flour, Defatted
OtherDefatted cottonseed flour is a protein-rich byproduct created by removing most of the oil from cottonseed meal. It functions as a processing aid in food manufacturing and is used to improve texture and nutritional profile in various food products.
Cottonseed Flour, Partially Defatted, Cooked
OtherCottonseed flour, partially defatted, cooked is a processed plant-derived ingredient made from cottonseed that has had most of its oil removed and been heat-treated. It functions as a processing aid in food manufacturing and is generally recognized as safe by food scientists, though it is not formally approved as GRAS by the FDA.
Cottonseed Kernels, Glandless, Raw
OtherCottonseed kernels, glandless, raw are the edible inner portions of gossypol-free cottonseed varieties used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. These kernels are utilized primarily for their nutritional content and functional properties in various food applications.
Cottonseed Kernels, Glandless, Roasted
OtherCottonseed kernels, glandless, roasted are processed cottonseed components used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. These kernels come from cotton varieties bred to be free of gossypol, a naturally occurring toxic compound, making them suitable for human consumption.
Coumarone-indene Resins
OtherCoumarone-indene resins are synthetic polymeric compounds derived from coal tar or petroleum that function as processing aids and surface-finishing agents in food manufacturing. These resins are used in food processing equipment and contact surfaces to improve efficiency and product quality, though their direct food contact status remains limited.
Crown Gum
OtherCrown Gum is a natural masticatory substance used as a chewing gum base ingredient. It functions as a gum base component that provides texture and chewability in sugar-free and conventional chewing gum products.
Cuprous Iodide
OtherCuprous iodide (CAS 7681-65-4) is an inorganic compound containing copper and iodine. Its specific function in food applications remains unclear, and it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.
Cyclohexylamine
OtherCyclohexylamine is an organic amine compound historically used as a boiler water additive in food processing equipment to prevent corrosion. It is not approved as a direct food additive by the FDA and does not appear in food products themselves.
Damar Gum (shorea Dipterocarpaceae)
OtherDamar gum is a natural resin derived from Shorea dipterocarpaceae trees native to Southeast Asia. It functions as a processing aid in food manufacturing and has no reported adverse events or recalls in FDA records.
Dehydroacetic Acid
OtherDehydroacetic acid (DHA) is a synthetic antimicrobial compound used to inhibit microbial growth in food products. It functions as a preservative to extend shelf life and maintain food safety by preventing bacterial and fungal contamination.
Di-n-alkyl(c8-c18 From Coconut Oil) Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride
OtherDi-n-alkyl(c8-c18 from coconut oil) dimethyl ammonium chloride is a surface-active agent derived from coconut oil used in food processing. It functions as an antimicrobial and cleaning agent in food manufacturing environments and certain food applications.
Diastase From Aspergillus Oryzae
OtherDiastase from Aspergillus oryzae is an enzyme preparation derived from the fungus Aspergillus oryzae that breaks down starches into simpler sugars. It is commonly used in food manufacturing as a processing aid to improve fermentation, enhance flavor development, and increase digestibility in baked goods, beverages, and other processed foods.
Diatomaceous Earth
OtherDiatomaceous earth is a naturally occurring siliceous mineral composed of fossilized remains of diatoms. It is occasionally used in food processing as a filter aid and anti-caking agent, though its function in finished food products remains unclear.
Dichlorodifluoromethane
OtherDichlorodifluoromethane (CFC-12) is a chlorofluorocarbon compound historically used as a refrigerant and freezing agent in food processing. It has been phased out in most countries due to ozone depletion concerns, though it was never approved as a direct food additive by the FDA.
Diethanolamide Condensate From Soybean Oil Fatty Acids (c16-c18)
OtherDiethanolamide Condensate From Soybean Oil Fatty Acids (C16-C18) is a synthetic surface-active agent derived from soybean oil components. It is used in food processing to modify surface properties and improve product texture and stability.
Diethanolamide Condensate From Stripped Coconut Oil Fatty Acids(c10-c18)
OtherDiethanolamide Condensate From Stripped Coconut Oil Fatty Acids is a synthetic surface-active agent derived from coconut oil fatty acids. It functions as an emulsifier and surfactant in food products, helping to blend ingredients that would otherwise separate.
Diethylaminoethanol
OtherDiethylaminoethanol (DEAE) is an organic compound primarily used as a boiler water additive in industrial food processing equipment rather than as a direct food ingredient. It functions to prevent corrosion and scale buildup in steam generation systems used in food manufacturing facilities.
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