Food Additive Database
3,972 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.
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Alpha-methylphenethyl Butyrate
FlavoringAlpha-methylphenethyl butyrate is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and floral notes in food and beverage products. It belongs to the class of ester-based flavorings and is utilized in small quantities to enhance or modify taste profiles.
Alpha-phellandrene
FlavoringAlpha-phellandrene (CAS 99-83-2) is a naturally occurring monoterpene compound used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It contributes to the characteristic spicy, minty, and herbal aroma profiles found in various culinary applications and commercial food products.
Alpha-pinene
FlavoringAlpha-pinene is a naturally occurring terpene compound found in pine trees, rosemary, and other plants. It is used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages to impart pine, woody, and herbal notes.
Alpha-propylphenethyl Alcohol
FlavoringAlpha-propylphenethyl alcohol (CAS 705-73-7) is a synthetic 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 regulatory history in food applications.
Alpha-terpinene
FlavoringAlpha-terpinene is a naturally occurring organic compound classified as a flavoring agent used to impart citrus and herbal notes in food products. It is derived from essential oils and plant sources, functioning as a flavoring adjuvant in the food industry.
Alpha-terpineol
ColorantAlpha-terpineol is a naturally occurring organic compound derived from essential oils, primarily used as a flavoring agent and fragrance component in food and beverages. It is not currently approved by the FDA as a food additive, though it appears in some food products as a natural flavoring ingredient.
Alpha-terpinyl Anthranilate
FlavoringAlpha-terpinyl anthranilate (CAS 14481-52-8) is a synthetic flavoring compound used to impart fruity and floral notes in food and beverage products. This aromatic ester functions as a flavoring agent to enhance taste and aroma profiles in various processed foods.
Alpha-tocopherol Acetate
NutrientAlpha-tocopherol acetate is a synthetic form of vitamin E used as a nutrient supplement in food products. It functions as an antioxidant and is added to fortified foods and dietary supplements to enhance their nutritional content.
Alpha-tocopherol Acid Succinate
NutrientAlpha-tocopherol acid succinate is a synthetic form of vitamin E used as a nutrient supplement in food and beverages. It functions as an antioxidant and nutritional fortification ingredient to enhance the vitamin E content of processed foods.
Alpha-{p-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenyl}-omega-hydroxypoly(oxyethylene)
OtherAlpha-{p-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenyl}-omega-hydroxypoly(oxyethylene), also known as octylphenol ethoxylate, is a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier. Its specific function in food applications remains poorly documented in public regulatory databases.
Althea Flowers (althea Officinalis L.)
FlavoringAlthea flowers (Althea officinalis L.) are botanical extracts derived from the marshmallow plant, used as a flavoring agent and sensory adjuvant in food products. The ingredient contributes mild floral notes and is employed primarily in specialized or artisanal food applications.
Althea Root (althea Officinalis L.)
FlavoringAlthea root (Althea officinalis L.) is a plant-derived flavoring agent derived from the marshmallow plant. It is used in food products as a flavoring adjuvant to impart subtle herbal and slightly sweet taste characteristics.
Alum (double Sulfate Of Al And Nh4, K, Or Na)
Firming-agentAlum is a group of double sulfate salts containing aluminum combined with ammonium, potassium, or sodium. It functions as a firming agent in food products to maintain texture and crispness, particularly in pickled vegetables and canned products.
Aluminum Ammonium Sulfate
LeaveningAluminum ammonium sulfate is an inorganic salt compound used primarily as a leavening agent in baked goods. It functions as a chemical leavening agent that produces carbon dioxide gas, helping baked products rise, while also serving pH control and processing functions in food manufacturing.
Aluminum Calcium Silicate
OtherAluminum calcium silicate is an inorganic compound used as an anti-caking and anti-clumping agent in food products. It helps maintain the free-flowing properties of powdered and granulated foods by absorbing moisture and preventing particle aggregation.
Aluminum Caprate
EmulsifierAluminum caprate (CAS 22620-93-7) is an aluminum salt of capric acid used as an emulsifier, anticaking agent, and formulation aid in food products. It helps prevent clumping in powdered foods and stabilizes oil-water mixtures in various food applications.
Aluminum Caprylate
EmulsifierAluminum caprylate is a salt compound formed from aluminum and caprylic acid, functioning primarily as an anticaking agent and emulsifier in food formulations. It helps prevent clumping in powdered products and stabilizes oil-water mixtures in various food applications.
Aluminum Hydroxide
ColorantAluminum hydroxide (CAS 21645-51-2) is an inorganic compound used in food as a colorant and processing aid. It functions as a color adjunct to stabilize or modify the appearance of food products in specific regulated applications.
Aluminum Laurate
EmulsifierAluminum laurate (CAS 7230-93-5) is an aluminum salt of lauric acid used as an emulsifier, anticaking agent, and formulation aid in food manufacturing. It helps prevent clumping in dry ingredients and stabilizes mixtures of oil and water-based components.
Aluminum Myristate
EmulsifierAluminum myristate is a salt compound formed from aluminum and myristic acid, functioning primarily as an anticaking agent and emulsifier in food formulations. It is used to prevent clumping in powdered products and improve texture consistency in various food applications.
Aluminum Nicotinate
NutrientAluminum nicotinate is a mineral-nutrient complex combining aluminum with niacin (vitamin B3). It is used as a nutritional supplement in food and beverage products to provide bioavailable niacin for human health.
Aluminum Oleate
EmulsifierAluminum oleate (CAS 688-37-9) is an aluminum salt of oleic acid used as an emulsifier and anticaking agent in food products. It functions to improve texture, prevent clumping, and stabilize oil-water mixtures in various food applications.
Aluminum Palmitate
EmulsifierAluminum palmitate is an aluminum salt of palmitic acid used as an emulsifier, anticaking agent, and formulation aid in food products. It functions to improve texture, prevent clumping, and stabilize ingredient mixtures in various food applications.
Aluminum Potassium Sulfate
Acidity-regulatorAluminum potassium sulfate, commonly known as alum, is an inorganic salt used in food processing as a firming agent, pH control agent, and processing aid. It has been approved as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA and has a long history of use in food production with no reported adverse events.
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