Food Additive Database
3,972 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.
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Alfalfa, Herb And Seed (medicago Sativa L.)
FlavoringAlfalfa herb and seed (Medicago sativa L.) is a plant-derived flavoring agent used to enhance and impart flavor to food products. It functions as both a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer, derived from the nutritious legume commonly known as alfalfa.
Algae, Brown, Extract (macrocystis And Laminaria Spp.)
FlavoringAlgae, Brown, Extract (Macrocystis and Laminaria spp.) is a natural flavoring ingredient derived from brown seaweed species. It functions as a flavor enhancer and flavoring agent in food products, contributing umami and savory notes.
Algae, Red (porphyra Spp. And Gloiopeltis Furcata And Rhodymenia Palmata (l.))
FlavoringRed algae (porphyra, gloiopeltis furcata, and rhodymenia palmata) is a natural ingredient derived from edible seaweed species used primarily as a flavor enhancer and flavoring agent in food products. These algae species have been traditionally consumed in Asian cuisines and are utilized in modern food manufacturing to enhance umami and other flavor profiles.
Algae, Red, Extract (porphyra Spp. And Gloiopeltis Furcata And Rhodymenia Palmata (l.))
FlavoringAlgae, Red, Extract is a natural flavoring ingredient derived from three species of red algae (Porphyra, Gloiopeltis furcata, and Rhodymenia palmata). It functions as a flavor enhancer and flavoring agent in food products, leveraging the umami and savory characteristics typical of red algae.
Alginate, Ammonium
EmulsifierAmmonium alginate is a salt derived from alginic acid, a naturally occurring polysaccharide found in brown seaweed. It functions as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickening agent in various food products, helping maintain texture and prevent ingredient separation.
Alginate, Calcium
EmulsifierCalcium alginate is a naturally derived thickening and stabilizing agent produced from brown algae. It functions as an emulsifier, texturizer, and firming agent widely used in dairy products, beverages, and processed foods to improve texture and prevent separation.
Alginate, Potassium
EmulsifierPotassium alginate is a natural polysaccharide derived from brown seaweed that functions as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickening agent in food products. It is widely used in the food industry to improve texture, maintain consistency, and enhance the quality of various processed foods.
Alginate, Sodium
EmulsifierSodium alginate is a naturally-derived polysaccharide extracted from brown seaweed that functions as an emulsifier, thickener, and stabilizer in food products. It is widely used in the food industry to improve texture, consistency, and shelf stability of various processed foods.
Alginate, Sodium Calcium
EmulsifierSodium calcium alginate is a food additive derived from brown seaweed that functions as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickening agent. It is widely used in processed foods to improve texture, prevent separation, and enhance product consistency across dairy, bakery, and frozen food applications.
Alginic Acid
EmulsifierAlginic acid is a naturally derived polysaccharide extracted from brown seaweed that functions as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickening agent in food products. It is widely used in the food industry to improve texture, consistency, and shelf stability in various applications.
Alkanet Root, Extract (alkanna Tinctoria Tausch)--nlfg
OtherAlkanet root extract is a natural colorant derived from the Alkanna tinctoria plant, traditionally used in cosmetics and textiles. Its function in food applications remains poorly documented, and it is not approved by the FDA as a food additive.
Alkanolamide Of Coconut Oil Fatty Acids And Diethanolamine
OtherAlkanolamide of coconut oil fatty acids and diethanolamine is a synthetic surfactant derived from coconut oil and diethanolamine, used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. It functions primarily in cleaning and emulsification processes rather than as an ingredient in the final food product.
Alkylene Oxide Adducts Of Alkyl Alcohols/phosphate Esters Of Same, Mixture
OtherAlkylene Oxide Adducts of Alkyl Alcohols/phosphate Esters is a complex chemical mixture used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. Its specific function in food applications remains undocumented in available safety literature.
Allspice (pimenta Officinalis Lindl.)
ColorantAllspice (pimenta officinalis Lindl.) is a natural spice derived from the dried berries of the allspice tree, native to the Caribbean and Central America. It functions as both a flavoring agent and colorant in food products, providing a characteristic warm, complex flavor reminiscent of cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove.
Allspice, Oil (pimenta Officinalis Lindl.)
FlavoringAllspice Oil is a volatile essential oil derived from the berries of Pimenta officinalis (allspice plant), commonly used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It imparts warm, spiced notes characteristic of allspice and is utilized in seasonings, beverages, and processed foods.
Allspice, Oleoresin (pimenta Officinalis Lindl.)
FlavoringAllspice oleoresin is a concentrated flavoring extract derived from the dried berries of the pimenta officinalis plant, commonly known as allspice or Jamaican pepper. It is used in food manufacturing as a flavoring agent to impart warm, spice-like taste characteristics to various food products.
Allyl 10-undecenoate
FlavoringAllyl 10-undecenoate (CAS 7493-76-7) 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 generated no adverse event reports or recalls.
Allyl 2-ethylbutyrate
FlavoringAllyl 2-ethylbutyrate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and buttery notes in food products. It functions as a flavor enhancer and flavoring agent in the food industry, contributing to the sensory profile of various processed foods and beverages.
Allyl 2-furoate
FlavoringAllyl 2-furoate is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is not 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.
Allyl Alpha-ionone
FlavoringAllyl alpha-ionone (CAS 79-78-7) is a synthetic organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food and beverage products. It contributes fruity, woody, and floral notes to various food formulations.
Allyl Anthranilate
FlavoringAllyl anthranilate is a synthetic organic compound used as a flavoring agent in the food industry. It provides grape and fruity flavor notes and is employed primarily in beverages, confections, and processed foods where natural grape flavoring is desired.
Allyl Butyrate
FlavoringAllyl butyrate is a synthetic flavoring compound that imparts fruity, pineapple-like notes to food and beverage products. It is used in small quantities as a flavoring agent to enhance taste profiles in various processed foods.
Allyl Cinnamate
FlavoringAllyl cinnamate is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products to provide spicy, cinnamon-like, and aromatic notes. It is not currently approved as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA but has not been associated with any reported adverse events or product recalls.
Allyl Crotonate
FlavoringAllyl crotonate 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 reported adverse events or recalls associated with its use.
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