Food Additive Database
3,972 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.
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Propyl Isovalerate
FlavoringPropyl isovalerate is an ester compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It provides fruity, apple-like notes and is employed in small quantities to enhance flavor profiles in various processed foods and beverages.
Propyl Levulinate
FlavoringPropyl levulinate 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 generated no adverse event reports or recalls.
Propyl Mercaptan
FlavoringPropyl mercaptan (CAS 107-03-9) is an organosulfur compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It contributes sulfurous, onion-like, and savory notes to foods and beverages.
Propyl P-hydroxybenzoate
FlavoringPropyl P-hydroxybenzoate (propylparaben) is a synthetic antimicrobial preservative and flavoring agent used in food products to inhibit microbial growth and extend shelf life. It belongs to the paraben family of preservatives and is utilized primarily in beverages, baked goods, and processed foods.
Propyl Phenylacetate
FlavoringPropyl phenylacetate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and floral notes in food products. It is not currently approved as a food additive by the FDA but may be used in some applications under different regulatory frameworks.
Propyl Propane Thiosulfonate
FlavoringPropyl Propane Thiosulfonate (CAS 1113-13-9) is an organosulfur compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is not approved as a Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) substance by the FDA and has limited regulatory authorization in most jurisdictions.
Propyl Propionate
FlavoringPropyl propionate is a synthetic flavoring compound belonging to the ester family, consisting of propionic acid esterified with propanol. It is used in food manufacturing to impart fruity and ester-like flavor notes to various processed food products.
Propyl Pyruvate
FlavoringPropyl pyruvate is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is not currently approved as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA, though it has no documented adverse events or recalls associated with its use.
Propyl Sorbate
FlavoringPropyl sorbate (CAS 10297-72-0) is a flavoring agent and adjuvant used in food manufacturing. It functions as a flavor compound rather than a preservative, despite its chemical relationship to sorbic acid.
Propyl Thioacetate
FlavoringPropyl thioacetate is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products to impart savory or meaty notes. It belongs to a class of sulfur-containing flavor compounds and is employed in small quantities to enhance or modify food taste profiles.
Propylamine
FlavoringPropylamine (CAS 107-10-8) is a simple aliphatic amine compound used as a flavoring agent and flavoring adjuvant in food products. It is not approved as a Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) substance by the FDA and has limited use in commercial food applications.
Propylene Chlorohydrin
Dough-conditionerPropylene chlorohydrin is a synthetic organic compound used as a dough conditioner and strengthener in baking applications. It functions by modifying gluten structure to improve dough elasticity and processing characteristics in bread and bakery products.
Propylene Glycol
EmulsifierPropylene glycol (CAS 57-55-6) is a synthetic organic compound widely used in food as an emulsifier, humectant, and solvent. It serves multiple functions including moisture retention, texture improvement, and antimicrobial preservation in various processed foods and beverages.
Propylene Glycol Alginate
EmulsifierPropylene glycol alginate is a modified form of alginic acid derived from brown seaweed that functions as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickening agent in food products. It helps maintain consistent texture and prevent ingredient separation in various processed foods and beverages.
Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate
FlavoringPropylene glycol dibenzoate (PGDB) is a synthetic flavoring agent and adjuvant used in food products to enhance or modify taste profiles. It functions as a carrier and solvent for flavor compounds in various food and beverage applications.
Propylene Glycol Mono- And Diesters Of Fats And Fatty Acids
EmulsifierPropylene Glycol Mono- And Diesters Of Fats And Fatty Acids is a synthetic emulsifier derived from propylene glycol and fatty acids. It is used in food manufacturing to blend incompatible ingredients, improve texture, and stabilize product consistency across a range of processed foods.
Propylene Glycol Stearate
EmulsifierPropylene glycol stearate is a synthetic emulsifier derived from propylene glycol and stearic acid. It functions to blend oil and water-based ingredients in food products while also providing stabilizing and flavoring properties.
Propylene Oxide
OtherPropylene oxide (CAS 75-56-9) is a chemical compound that has been used historically as a sterilizing agent and fumigant in food processing. Its function in modern food applications remains unclear, and it is not currently approved by the FDA for use as a food additive.
Propyleneglycol Di-2-methylbutyrate
FlavoringPropyleneglycol Di-2-methylbutyrate (CAS 15514-30-0) is a synthetic flavoring compound used as a flavoring agent and adjuvant in food products. It is not currently approved as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA but has no reported adverse events or recalls in the United States.
Propyleneglycol Diacetate
FlavoringPropyleneglycol diacetate is a synthetic flavoring compound derived from propylene glycol and acetic acid. It functions as a flavoring agent and adjuvant in food products, enhancing or modifying taste profiles in various applications.
Propyleneglycol Dibutyrate
FlavoringPropyleneglycol Dibutyrate (PGDB) is a synthetic flavoring compound derived from propylene glycol and butyric acid. It functions as a flavoring agent and adjuvant in food products, enhancing taste profiles in various applications.
Propyleneglycol Dihexanoate
FlavoringPropyleneglycol dihexanoate (CAS 50343-36-7) is a synthetic flavoring agent used to enhance taste and aroma in food products. It functions as a flavoring adjuvant and is not currently on the FDA's GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) list.
Propyleneglycol Dioctanoate
FlavoringPropyleneglycol Dioctanoate (CAS 7384-98-7) is a synthetic ester compound used as a flavoring agent and adjuvant in food products. It functions to enhance, modify, or carry flavors in various food and beverage formulations.
Propyleneglycol Dipropionate
FlavoringPropyleneglycol Dipropionate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to enhance or modify taste and aroma in food products. It functions as a flavoring agent or adjuvant and has not been granted GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status by the FDA.
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