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Food Additive Database

3,972 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.

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P-methylanisole

Flavoring

P-methylanisole (4-methylanisole) is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It contributes aromatic, anise-like sensory characteristics to beverages, confections, and other processed foods.

CAS 104-93-8View
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P-methylcinnamaldehyde

Flavoring

P-methylcinnamaldehyde is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is not currently approved by the FDA as a Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) substance, though it has no reported adverse events or recalls associated with its use.

CAS 1504-75-2View
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P-propylanisole

Flavoring

P-propylanisole (4-propylanisole) is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It provides anise-like aromatic characteristics and is employed in small quantities to enhance flavor profiles in various processed foods and beverages.

CAS 104-45-0View
Unknown

P-propylphenol

Flavoring

P-propylphenol (CAS 645-56-7) 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.

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P-tolyl 3-methylbutyrate

Flavoring

P-tolyl 3-methylbutyrate (CAS 55066-56-3) is a synthetic flavoring compound used to provide fruity, sweet, and ester-like flavor notes in food and beverage products. It functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in the food industry.

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P-tolyl Acetate

Flavoring

P-tolyl acetate (CAS 140-39-6) is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is not currently approved as a Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) substance by the FDA, though it has no reported adverse events or recalls associated with its use.

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P-tolyl Isobutyrate

Flavoring

P-tolyl isobutyrate (CAS 103-93-5) is an organic ester compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It provides fruity and sweet aromatic notes and is employed in small quantities to enhance flavor profiles in various food and beverage applications.

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P-tolyl Laurate

Flavoring

P-tolyl laurate (CAS 10024-57-4) is a synthetic organic compound used as a flavoring agent or flavoring adjuvant in food products. It belongs to the ester chemical class and is employed to enhance or modify the sensory profile of processed foods.

CAS 10024-57-4View
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P-tolyl Octanoate

Flavoring

P-tolyl octanoate (CAS 59558-23-5) is an organic ester compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It functions to provide or enhance flavors in various food applications where its aroma and taste properties are desired.

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P-tolyl Phenylacetate

Flavoring

P-tolyl phenylacetate is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is not currently approved by the FDA as a Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) substance, though it has no reported adverse events or recalls associated with its use.

CAS 101-94-0View
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P-tolylacetaldehyde

Flavoring

P-tolylacetaldehyde (CAS 104-09-6) is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts aromatic characteristics and is employed in small quantities to enhance flavor profiles in various food and beverage applications.

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P-vinylphenol

Flavoring

P-vinylphenol is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is not currently approved as a GRAS substance by the FDA and has limited commercial use in food applications.

CAS 2628-17-3View
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Palmitic Acid

Flavoring

Palmitic acid is a saturated fatty acid naturally occurring in many foods and derived from palm oil and animal fats. In food production, it functions as a flavor enhancer, lubricant, and surface-active agent, though it is not currently on the FDA's GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) list.

CAS 57-10-3View
Unknown

Pancreatin

Other

Pancreatin 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.

CAS 8049-47-6View
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Pansy (viola Tricolor L.)

Flavoring

Pansy (Viola tricolor L.) is a flowering plant used as a natural flavoring agent in food products. It contributes subtle floral and slightly sweet notes to beverages, confections, and culinary preparations.

CAS 977068-82-8View
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Papain (carica Papaya L.)

Texturizer

Papain is a proteolytic enzyme derived from papaya fruit (Carica papaya L.) that breaks down proteins in food. It is widely used in the food industry as a texturizer, processing aid, and formulation agent, particularly in meat tenderization and other food applications.

CAS 9001-73-4View
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Paprika (capsicum Annuum L.)

Colorant

Paprika is a natural colorant derived from capsicum annuum peppers, approved by the FDA as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS). It functions primarily as a color additive while also contributing flavor, and is widely used in processed foods, meats, and seasonings.

CAS 977006-45-3View
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Paprika Oleoresin (capsicum Annuum L.)

Colorant

Paprika Oleoresin is a natural extract derived from red peppers (Capsicum annuum L.) that provides red-orange color and mild flavor to food products. It is used as a colorant and flavoring agent in various processed foods, seasonings, and meat products.

CAS 68917-78-2View
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Paraffin And Succinic Derivatives, Synthetic

Other

Paraffin 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.

CAS 977051-57-2View
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Paraffin Wax

Flavoring

Paraffin wax is a petroleum-derived waxy substance designated as GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) by the FDA. It functions as a surface-finishing agent, masticatory substance, and texturizer in food products, commonly used to coat fruits, cheeses, and candies.

CAS 8002-74-2View
Unknown

Paraldehyde

Flavoring

Paraldehyde is a cyclic trimer of acetaldehyde used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts a characteristic peppermint or anise-like aroma and is employed in very small quantities to enhance or modify flavors in various food and beverage applications.

CAS 123-63-7View
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Parmesan Cheese, Reggiano Cheese

Nutrient

Parmesan Reggiano cheese is a hard Italian cheese used as a nutrient supplement in food products, providing protein, calcium, and other essential nutrients. It is recognized as GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) by the FDA with no reported adverse events or recalls.

CAS 977090-87-1View
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Parsley (petroselinum Spp.)

Colorant

Parsley (Petroselinum spp.) is a naturally derived colorant and flavoring agent extracted from the common culinary herb. It functions as a color adjunct, flavoring agent, and processing aid in food applications, providing green coloration while contributing subtle herbaceous notes to food products.

CAS 977051-58-3View
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Parsley, Oil (petroselinum Spp.)

Flavoring

Parsley oil is a flavoring agent derived from parsley plants (Petroselinum spp.) through oil extraction. It is used in food products to provide natural parsley flavor and aroma in various culinary applications.

CAS 8000-68-8View

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