Food Additive Database
3,972 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.
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Cherry Bark, Wild, Extract (prunus Serotina Ehrh.)
FlavoringCherry Bark, Wild, Extract (Prunus serotina Ehrh.) is a natural flavoring agent derived from the bark of the wild black cherry tree. It is used in food and beverage products primarily to enhance and impart cherry flavoring characteristics.
Cherry Laurel, Oil (prunus Laurocerasus L.) (ffpa)
FlavoringCherry laurel oil is a natural flavoring agent derived from the leaves of Prunus laurocerasus L., used in small quantities to enhance or impart flavor to food products. It functions as both a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in the food industry.
Cherry Pits, Extract (prunus Spp.)
FlavoringCherry Pits Extract is a flavoring agent derived from the pits of cherry trees (Prunus species). It is used in the food industry to impart cherry and almond-like flavor notes to various food and beverage products.
Cherry-laurel Leaves (prunus Laurocerasus L.)
FlavoringCherry-laurel leaves (Prunus laurocerasus L.) are a plant-derived flavoring agent used to impart almond-like or bitter almond notes to food and beverage products. The ingredient is not approved as GRAS by the FDA and has not been formally evaluated for food use in the United States.
Cherry-laurel Water (prunus Laurocerasus L.)
FlavoringCherry-laurel water is a flavoring agent derived from Prunus laurocerasus L., used to enhance and impart flavor characteristics in food products. It functions as both a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in the food industry, though it lacks FDA GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status in the United States.
Chervil (anthriscus Cerefolium (l.) Hoffm.)
FlavoringChervil is a culinary herb derived from Anthriscus cerefolium, recognized by the FDA as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). It functions as a natural flavoring agent in food products, contributing a mild anise-like taste and aromatic qualities to various dishes.
Chervil, Extract (anthriscus Cerefolium L.)
FlavoringChervil extract is a natural flavoring agent derived from the chervil herb (Anthriscus cerefolium L.), a member of the parsley family. It is used in food products to provide subtle anise-like and herbaceous flavor notes.
Chestnut Leaves (castanea Dentata (marsh.) Borkh.)
FlavoringChestnut Leaves is a plant-derived flavoring agent derived from American chestnut tree foliage (Castanea dentata). It functions as a flavoring adjuvant in food products to impart natural chestnut or herbaceous notes.
Chestnut Leaves, Extract (castanea Dentata (marsh.) Borkh.)
FlavoringChestnut Leaves Extract is a natural flavoring ingredient derived from American chestnut tree leaves. It functions as a flavor enhancer and flavoring agent in food products, contributing distinctive taste characteristics to various food formulations.
Chestnut Leaves, Extract Solid (castanea Dentata (marsh.) Borkh.)
FlavoringChestnut Leaves Extract Solid is a plant-derived flavoring agent produced from American chestnut (Castanea dentata) leaves. It functions as a flavor enhancer and flavoring adjuvant in food products, contributing natural taste and aroma characteristics.
Chicle (manilkara Zapotilla Gilly And M. Chicle Gilly)
OtherChicle is a natural masticatory substance derived from the sapodilla tree (Manilkara zapota and M. chicle), traditionally used as the base ingredient in chewing gum. It functions as a gum base that provides elasticity and texture to chewing products.
Chicle, Venezuelan (manilkara Williamsii Standley And Related Spp.)
OtherVenezuelan chicle is a natural masticatory substance derived from the latex of the Manilkara williamsii tree and related species. It is traditionally used as the base ingredient in chewing gum and other masticatory products.
Chicory, Extract (cichorium Intybus L.)
ColorantChicory, Extract (Cichorium Intybus L.) is a natural food ingredient derived from the chicory plant, primarily utilized for its coloring and flavoring properties in various food products. It functions as a color or coloring adjunct, imparting natural hues, and also serves as a flavor enhancer or flavoring agent, contributing a distinctive earthy or slightly bitter profile. This extract from a commonly consumed plant is used to enhance the sensory appeal of foods and beverages.
Chilte (cnidoscolus (also Known As Jatropha) Spp.)
OtherChilte is a masticatory substance derived from Cnidoscolus (Jatropha) species, plants native to Central America. It is used as a chewing gum base or similar food ingredient in traditional and modern food applications.
Chiquibul (manilkara Zapotilla Gilly)
OtherChiquibul is a natural masticatory substance derived from the latex of the Manilkara zapotilla tree, traditionally used as a gum base in chewing gum products. It functions as a natural binding and texturizing agent in food applications.
Chirata (swertia Chirata Buch.-ham.)
FlavoringChirata (Swertia Chirata) is a plant-derived flavoring agent extracted from an herb native to the Himalayan region. It is used in food and beverage applications to impart bitter and herbal flavor notes, and has been traditionally utilized in Ayurvedic preparations.
Chirata, Extract (swertia Chirata Buch.-ham.)
FlavoringChirata extract is a plant-derived flavoring agent obtained from Swertia chirata, a traditional medicinal herb native to the Himalayan region. It is used in food and beverage products to provide bitter and herbal flavor notes.
Chives (allium Schoenoprasum L.)
FlavoringChives (Allium schoenoprasum L.) is a fresh culinary herb from the onion family used as a natural flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in food products. It imparts a mild onion-like taste and is commonly added to dishes for seasoning and aromatic purposes.
Chlorine
Acidity-regulatorChlorine (CAS 7782-50-5) is a chemical element used in food processing as an antimicrobial agent, oxidizing agent, and pH control agent. It is FDA GRAS-designated and commonly used in water treatment for produce washing and sanitation of food contact surfaces.
Chlorine Dioxide
OtherChlorine dioxide is a strong antimicrobial agent approved by the FDA as a GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) substance. It is used in food processing to eliminate harmful microorganisms on flour, grains, and other food products, and as a fumigant for food storage facilities.
Chlorine Solution, Aqueous
OtherChlorine solution, aqueous is a diluted form of chlorine gas dissolved in water, used primarily as an antimicrobial agent and fumigant in food processing. It is employed to reduce microbial contamination on food contact surfaces, equipment, and in some cases, on produce itself.
Chlorofluorocarbon 113
OtherChlorofluorocarbon 113 (CFC-113) is a synthetic refrigerant compound historically used as a freezing and cooling agent in direct contact with food products. Due to environmental concerns regarding ozone layer depletion, this substance has been phased out globally and is no longer permitted for food contact applications in most jurisdictions.
Chlorofluorocarbons--prohibited
OtherChlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are synthetic compounds that were historically used as propellants in food aerosol products. These substances have been prohibited in food applications due to their significant environmental impact on ozone depletion, rather than direct food safety concerns.
Chloroform
OtherChloroform (trichloromethane) is a volatile organic compound historically used as a processing aid in food manufacturing. It is no longer approved for use in food in most jurisdictions due to regulatory restrictions and the availability of safer alternatives.
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