Food Additive Database
2,898 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.
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Nonyl Octanoate
FlavoringNonyl Octanoate (CAS 7786-48-7) is a synthetic ester compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It functions as a flavor adjuvant to enhance or modify taste profiles in various food applications.
Nootkatone
FlavoringNootkatone is a naturally occurring organic compound classified as a flavoring agent used to impart grapefruit and citrus notes to food and beverages. It is derived from grapefruit peel and other botanical sources, and is used in very small quantities to enhance flavor profiles in commercial food products.
Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid--prohibited With Exceptions
AntioxidantNordihydroguaiaretic acid (NDGA) is a naturally occurring antioxidant compound that has been used to prevent oxidation and rancidity in foods. Due to safety concerns identified in animal studies, it is prohibited in most food applications in the United States, though limited exceptions exist for certain uses.
Nutmeg (myristica Fragrans Houtt.)
FlavoringNutmeg (Myristica fragrans Houtt.) is a natural spice derived from the seed of the nutmeg tree, widely used as a flavoring agent and processing aid in food products. It has been designated as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA with no reported adverse events or recalls.
Nutmeg Oleoresin
FlavoringNutmeg Oleoresin is a concentrated liquid extract derived from nutmeg seeds (Myristica fragrans) that contains the natural flavor compounds and essential oils of nutmeg. It is used as a flavoring agent in food products to impart nutmeg taste and aroma.
O-(ethoxymethyl)phenol
FlavoringO-(ethoxymethyl)phenol is a synthetic flavoring agent used to impart taste and aroma characteristics to food products. It is not approved as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA and has limited commercial use in the United States.
O-(methylthio)phenol
FlavoringO-(methylthio)phenol (CAS 1073-29-6) is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It functions as a flavoring adjuvant to enhance or modify taste profiles in various food applications.
O-cresol
FlavoringO-cresol, also known as 2-methylphenol, is an organic chemical compound that belongs to the cresol family. While naturally present in some foods, it is listed as a potential flavoring agent or adjuvant. However, it is not generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. FDA, and European food safety authorities have raised significant concerns regarding its use as a flavoring substance.
O-ethyl S-(2-furylmethyl)thiocarbonate
FlavoringO-ethyl S-(2-furylmethyl)thiocarbonate is a synthetic flavoring agent with a complex organic structure containing sulfur and furan ring components. It is used in food manufacturing to provide or enhance specific flavor profiles in processed food and beverage products.
O-methoxybenzaldehyde
FlavoringO-methoxybenzaldehyde (CAS 135-02-4) 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 (Generally Recognized as Safe) status, though it has not been associated with reported adverse events.
O-methoxycinnamaldehyde
FlavoringO-methoxycinnamaldehyde (CAS 1504-74-1) is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It functions as a flavor enhancer or adjuvant to provide aromatic and taste characteristics to various food and beverage formulations.
O-methylanisole
FlavoringO-methylanisole (CAS 578-58-5) is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It provides aromatic and taste characteristics to various food applications, though it is not FDA GRAS-listed.
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.
Oak Chips, White, Extract (quercus Alba L.)
FlavoringOak Chips, White, Extract is a natural flavoring agent derived from white oak wood (Quercus Alba L.). It is used in food and beverage production to impart oak-derived flavor characteristics, commonly in wines, spirits, and other beverages seeking wood-aged flavor profiles.
Oak Moss, Absolute (evernia Spp.)
FlavoringOak Moss Absolute is a natural flavoring ingredient derived from lichen species (Evernia spp.). It is used as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in food products to provide earthy, woody, and musky flavor notes.
Oak Moss, Concrete (evernia Prunasti Spp.)
FlavoringOak Moss Concrete is a natural flavoring agent derived from lichen species (Evernia prunastri). It is used in food and beverage applications to provide earthy, woody flavor notes and is not currently approved as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Oak Wood, English (quercus Robur L.)
FlavoringOak wood extract from English oak (Quercus robur L.) is a natural flavoring agent derived from oak wood that imparts woody, vanilla, and toasted notes to food and beverages. It is primarily used in alcoholic beverages, particularly spirits and wines, to enhance flavor complexity.
Oat Gum
EmulsifierOat gum is a natural polysaccharide derived from oat bran that functions as an emulsifier in food products. It helps stabilize mixtures of oil and water, improving texture and shelf life in various processed foods.
Ocimene
FlavoringOcimene is a naturally occurring volatile organic compound classified as a flavoring agent. It is used in food products to provide herbal and woody flavor notes, and is commonly found in plants like basil, hops, and mint.
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.
Octahydro-4,8a-dimethyl-4a(2h)-naphthol
FlavoringOctahydro-4,8a-dimethyl-4a(2h)-naphthol (CAS 23333-91-7) is a synthetic flavoring compound used to create aromatic profiles in food products. It functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in the food industry.
Octahydrocoumarin
FlavoringOctahydrocoumarin (CAS 4430-31-3) is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart coumarin-like vanilla and woody notes in food products. It is not currently approved as a GRAS substance by the FDA but has generated no reported adverse events or recalls.
Octanal
FlavoringOctanal is a naturally occurring eight-carbon aldehyde compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It contributes fruity, citrus, and slightly herbal notes to beverages, confections, and processed foods.
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