Food Additive Database
451 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.
Diethylene Glycol Distearate
OtherDiethylene glycol distearate (CAS 109-30-8) is a synthetic compound derived from diethylene glycol and stearic acid. Its specific function in food applications remains unclear, and it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.
Diethylenetriamine
OtherDiethylenetriamine is an organic compound used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. It functions to modify or enhance food processing conditions rather than remaining as a final ingredient in the finished product.
Diethylenetriamine Crosslinked With Epichlorohydrin
OtherDiethylenetriamine crosslinked with epichlorohydrin is a synthetic polymer used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. It functions to remove impurities and contaminants during food production but does not remain in the final food product.
Dilauryl Thiodipropionate
OtherDilauryl thiodipropionate (DTDP) is a synthetic antioxidant compound used primarily in non-food industrial applications, though it may be present in food contact materials. Its use in direct food applications is limited and not well-established in regulatory databases.
Dimethyl Dialkyl Ammonium Chloride
OtherDimethyl Dialkyl Ammonium Chloride (DDAC) is a quaternary ammonium compound used as a flour treating agent to improve dough handling properties and bread quality. It functions as an oxidizing agent that strengthens gluten networks during flour processing.
Dimethyl Dicarbonate
OtherDimethyl dicarbonate (DMDC) is a antimicrobial agent used primarily to preserve beverages by reducing microbial contamination. It rapidly hydrolyzes in aqueous solutions and does not leave residues in final products.
Dimethylamine
OtherDimethylamine is a simple organic compound with the chemical formula C₂H₇N. Its function in food applications remains unclear, and it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.
Dimethylamine-epichlorohydrin Copolymer
OtherDimethylamine-epichlorohydrin copolymer is a synthetic polymer used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. It functions to improve processing efficiency and product quality during production, but is not intended to remain in the final food product.
Dimethylethanolamine
OtherDimethylethanolamine (DMAE) is a small organic compound with the chemical formula C4H11NO. While its specific function in food applications remains unclear, it has been studied in various industrial and pharmaceutical contexts.
Disodium Ethylenebisdithiocarbamate
OtherDisodium ethylenebisdithiocarbamate is a dithiocarbamate compound used as an antimicrobial agent in food preservation. It functions by inhibiting microbial growth and is not currently approved as a food additive by the FDA in the United States.
Dl-limonene
OtherDL-limonene is a naturally occurring terpene compound found in citrus fruits and other plants. While commonly used in flavoring, fragrance, and industrial applications, its specific function as a food additive remains unclear.
Dodecyl Isobutyrate
OtherDodecyl isobutyrate (CAS 6624-71-1) is a synthetic ester compound with unclear applications in food manufacturing. Its specific functional role in food products remains largely undocumented in available scientific literature.
Edta, Tetrasodium
OtherTetrasodium EDTA is a chelating agent and cleaning compound primarily used in industrial food processing equipment maintenance rather than as a direct food ingredient. It functions as a boiler water additive and surface cleaning agent to prevent mineral buildup and corrosion in food manufacturing facilities.
Egg White Lysozyme
OtherEgg white lysozyme is a naturally occurring antimicrobial enzyme derived from chicken egg whites that inhibits bacterial growth. It is used as a food preservative to extend shelf life and maintain food safety in various products.
Elecampane Root, Extract (inula Helenium L.)
OtherElecampane root extract is derived from Inula helenium L., a plant traditionally used in herbal preparations. Its function in food products remains unclear, and it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.
Enzyme-modified Fats
OtherEnzyme-modified Fats (CAS 977127-78-8) are lipid substances that have undergone alteration through enzymatic processes, typically to achieve specific physical or chemical properties. The precise function and primary use of this specific CAS-identified substance in food are not publicly documented and are listed as unknown.
Enzymes, Bacterial
OtherBacterial enzymes are naturally occurring proteins produced by microorganisms that catalyze biochemical reactions in food processing. They function as processing aids to improve texture, flavor, and efficiency in food manufacturing without becoming part of the final product.
Epichlorohydrin Crosslinked With Ammonia
OtherEpichlorohydrin crosslinked with ammonia is a processing aid used in food manufacturing, primarily in ion exchange resins for water treatment and food processing applications. It is not approved as a food additive by the FDA and is not classified as GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe).
Esterase-lipase From Mucor Miehei
OtherEsterase-lipase from Mucor miehei is an enzyme derived from a fungal source used in food processing to break down fats and oils. It functions as a processing aid in cheese production and other dairy applications where fat hydrolysis is desired.
Ethanesulfonic Acid, 2-(1-(difluoro-((trifluoroethenyl)oxy)methyl)-1,2,2,2-tetrafluoroethoxy)-1,1,2,2-tetrafluoro-, Polymer With Tetrafluoroethane
OtherThis is a complex fluorinated polymer (CAS 31175-20-9) with an unknown function in food applications. It has not been approved as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA and appears rarely, if at all, in commercial food products.
Ethyl (p-tolyloxy)acetate
OtherEthyl (p-tolyloxy)acetate is a synthetic organic compound with the CAS number 67028-40-4. Its function in food applications remains undetermined, and it is not approved as a Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) substance by the FDA.
Ethyl Esters Of Fatty Acids (edible)
OtherEthyl Esters Of Fatty Acids (edible) refer to a group of chemical compounds formed from ethanol and various fatty acids, designated as safe for consumption. While these compounds are naturally present in many foods and contribute to flavor and aroma, their specific function as a direct, intentional food additive under this designation (CAS 977077-55-6) is currently unknown.
Ethylene Dichloride
OtherEthylene Dichloride (EDC), also known as 1,2-dichloroethane, is a colorless liquid primarily used as a solvent and a chemical intermediate in the production of vinyl chloride monomer. While not approved as a direct food additive, it has a history of use as a fumigant for stored grains, a practice that has been largely phased out or banned due to significant toxicity concerns.
Ethylene Glycol Distearate
OtherEthylene Glycol Distearate (EGDS) is an ester formed from ethylene glycol and stearic acid, primarily known as a pearlizing and opacifying agent in cosmetics. As a food additive, its specific function and primary use are currently unknown and not widely documented in regulatory or scientific literature.
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