Food Additive Database
3,972 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.
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Piperonyl Isobutyrate
FlavoringPiperonyl isobutyrate is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in food products. It is not approved as a Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) substance by the FDA and has limited regulatory authorization for food use.
Pipsissewa Leaves, Extract (chimaphila Umbellata Nutt.)
FlavoringPipsissewa leaves extract is a flavoring agent derived from the Chimaphila umbellata plant, a small evergreen herb native to North America. It is used in food and beverage applications to impart a distinctive herbal flavor profile.
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-ethylstyrene)
SolventPoly(divinylbenzene-co-ethylstyrene) is a synthetic polymer used as a solvent and vehicle in food applications. This copolymer compound serves functional roles in food processing and formulation where solvent properties are required.
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.
Polydextrose
StabilizerPolydextrose is a synthetic polymer made from dextrose that functions as a bulking agent, humectant, and texturizer in food products. It is widely used in low-calorie and sugar-free foods to provide texture and mouthfeel while contributing minimal calories.
Polyethylene (m W 2,000-21,000)
SequestrantPolyethylene (MW 2,000-21,000) is a synthetic polymer used in food processing as a sequestrant, malting aid, and surface-finishing agent. It functions to bind metal ions and improve processing efficiency in fermentation and grain treatment applications.
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.
Polyethylene Glycol (m W 200-9,500)
FlavoringPolyethylene Glycol (PEG) with molecular weights between 200-9,500 is a synthetic polymer used in food production as a lubricant, release agent, formulation aid, and occasional flavoring adjuvant. It serves multiple functional roles in manufacturing rather than as a primary food ingredient.
Polyethylene, Oxidized
OtherOxidized polyethylene (CAS 68441-17-8) is a modified plastic polymer used as a surface-finishing agent in food processing. It functions to improve the surface properties of food contact materials and packaging, though it is not directly added to food itself.
Polyethylenimine Reaction Product W/ 1,2-dichloroethane
OtherPolyethylenimine Reaction Product With 1,2-dichloroethane (CAS 68130-97-2) is a synthetic chemical compound used as an oxidizing or reducing agent in food processing. It is not approved as a food additive by the FDA and has not been authorized for direct food use in major regulatory jurisdictions.
Polyglycerol Esters Of Fatty Acids
EmulsifierPolyglycerol esters of fatty acids are synthetic emulsifiers derived from glycerol and fatty acids, widely used in food manufacturing to blend oil and water-based ingredients. These versatile additives help stabilize, thicken, and improve the texture of processed foods while maintaining product shelf stability.
Polyglyceryl Phthalate Ester Of Coconut Oil Fatty Acids
OtherPolyglyceryl Phthalate Ester Of Coconut Oil Fatty Acids (CAS 66070-87-7) is a synthetic compound derived from coconut oil fatty acids and polyglyceryl compounds. Its specific function in food applications remains largely undocumented in available regulatory literature.
Polyisobutylene (min M W 37,000)
OtherPolyisobutylene (PIB) is a synthetic polymer used as a masticatory substance in chewing gum and related products. With a minimum molecular weight of 37,000, it functions as a gum base component that provides elasticity and texture without being metabolized or absorbed by the body.
Polylimonene
FlavoringPolylimonene is a polymer derived from limonene, a natural compound found in citrus oils. It functions as a flavoring agent and surface-finishing agent in food products, though it is not currently recognized as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Polymaleic Acid
OtherPolymaleic acid (CAS 26099-09-2) is a synthetic polymer derived from maleic acid used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. It functions to improve texture, stability, and production efficiency in various food applications.
Polymaleic Acid, Sodium Salt
OtherPolymaleic acid, sodium salt (CAS 30915-61-8) is a synthetic polymer used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. It functions to modify texture, viscosity, or other physical properties during food production without remaining as a final ingredient in the finished product.
Polyoxyethylene (600) Dioleate
OtherPolyoxyethylene (600) Dioleate is a synthetic surfactant derived from oleic acid and polyethylene glycol. It functions as a surface-active agent in food products to improve texture, stability, and ingredient mixing.
Polyoxyethylene (600) Monoricinoleate
OtherPolyoxyethylene (600) Monoricinoleate is a synthetic surface-active agent derived from castor oil and polyethylene glycol. It functions as an emulsifier and solubilizing agent in food and beverage formulations to improve texture and stability.
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