Food Additive Database
3,972 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.
Showing 1753–1776 of 3,972 additives
Desoxycholic Acid
EmulsifierDesoxycholic acid (deoxycholic acid) is a naturally occurring bile acid that functions as an emulsifier in food products. It is not currently approved by the FDA as a food additive, though it has no recorded adverse events or recalls in the food safety database.
Dextrans (avg M W Less Than 100,000)
StabilizerDextrans with average molecular weight below 100,000 are polysaccharides derived from sucrose through bacterial fermentation. They function as stabilizers, thickeners, and processing aids in food formulations to improve texture and shelf stability.
Dextrin
FlavoringDextrin is a polysaccharide produced by the partial hydrolysis of starch, consisting of short chains of glucose molecules. It functions as a multipurpose food additive serving as a thickener, anticaking agent, and flavor enhancer in various processed foods.
Dextrose
ColorantDextrose is a simple sugar (glucose) derived from corn or other starches that functions as both a nutritive sweetener and multipurpose food additive. It serves numerous roles including moisture retention, anti-caking, texture modification, and flavor enhancement in processed foods and beverages.
Di-(1-propenyl)-sulfide (mixture Of Isomers)
FlavoringDi-(1-propenyl)-sulfide is a volatile organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It belongs to a class of sulfur-containing flavor compounds that impart savory, garlic-like, or onion-like notes to foods.
Di-(butan-3-one-1-yl) Sulfide
FlavoringDi-(butan-3-one-1-yl) Sulfide (CAS 40790-04-3) is a synthetic flavoring agent used to create savory and meaty flavor profiles in processed foods. This sulfur-containing compound functions as a flavoring adjuvant in various food and beverage applications.
Di-2-furylmethane
FlavoringDi-2-furylmethane is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It is not approved as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA and has no reported adverse events or recalls associated with its use.
Di-n-alkyl(c8-c18 From Coconut Oil) Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride
OtherDi-n-alkyl(c8-c18 from coconut oil) dimethyl ammonium chloride is a surface-active agent derived from coconut oil used in food processing. It functions as an antimicrobial and cleaning agent in food manufacturing environments and certain food applications.
Di-sec-butyl Disulfide
FlavoringDi-sec-butyl disulfide is an organosulfur flavoring compound used to create savory, meaty, and sulfurous flavor notes in food products. It is not currently approved as a food additive by the FDA under GRAS status, though it has generated no adverse event reports or recalls in food use.
Diacetyl
FlavoringDiacetyl is a naturally occurring organic compound used as a flavoring agent, primarily to impart butter and cream notes in food products. While not currently designated as GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) by the FDA, it has been used in food flavoring applications and has no recorded adverse events or recalls in the FDA database.
Diallyl Polysulfides
FlavoringDiallyl polysulfides are naturally-occurring organosulfur compounds derived from garlic and onion that function as flavoring agents in food products. These volatile compounds are responsible for the characteristic pungent aromas and tastes associated with allium vegetables and are used to enhance or replicate these flavors in processed foods.
Diallyl Trisulfide
FlavoringDiallyl trisulfide is a naturally occurring organosulfur compound derived from garlic and other allium vegetables. It functions as a flavoring agent to impart savory, garlic-like taste and aroma to food products.
Diamyl Ketone
FlavoringDiamyl Ketone, also known as 6-undecanone, is a synthetic and naturally occurring compound primarily used as a flavoring agent in food. It imparts fruity, fatty, and waxy notes, contributing to a wide range of food products. While not FDA-affirmed GRAS, it is recognized as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA) for its intended use.
Diastase From Aspergillus Oryzae
OtherDiastase from Aspergillus oryzae is an enzyme preparation derived from the fungus Aspergillus oryzae that breaks down starches into simpler sugars. It is commonly used in food manufacturing as a processing aid to improve fermentation, enhance flavor development, and increase digestibility in baked goods, beverages, and other processed foods.
Diatomaceous Earth
OtherDiatomaceous earth is a naturally occurring siliceous mineral composed of fossilized remains of diatoms. It is occasionally used in food processing as a filter aid and anti-caking agent, though its function in finished food products remains unclear.
Dibenzyl Ether
FlavoringDibenzyl ether is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent and flavor enhancer in food products. It belongs to the ether chemical class and is employed to improve or modify taste profiles in various food and beverage applications.
Dibutyl Sebacate
FlavoringDibutyl sebacate (CAS 109-43-3) is an organic ester compound used as a flavoring agent and adjuvant in food products. It functions to enhance or modify flavor profiles in various food applications, though its use is not formally recognized as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Dichlorodifluoromethane
OtherDichlorodifluoromethane (CFC-12) is a chlorofluorocarbon compound historically used as a refrigerant and freezing agent in food processing. It has been phased out in most countries due to ozone depletion concerns, though it was never approved as a direct food additive by the FDA.
Dicyclohexyl Disulfide
FlavoringDicyclohexyl disulfide is an organosulfur compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts savory, meaty, and sulfurous notes to processed foods and beverages.
Diethanolamide Condensate From Soybean Oil Fatty Acids (c16-c18)
OtherDiethanolamide Condensate From Soybean Oil Fatty Acids (C16-C18) is a synthetic surface-active agent derived from soybean oil components. It is used in food processing to modify surface properties and improve product texture and stability.
Diethanolamide Condensate From Stripped Coconut Oil Fatty Acids(c10-c18)
OtherDiethanolamide Condensate From Stripped Coconut Oil Fatty Acids is a synthetic surface-active agent derived from coconut oil fatty acids. It functions as an emulsifier and surfactant in food products, helping to blend ingredients that would otherwise separate.
Diethyl Disulfide
FlavoringDiethyl disulfide is an organic sulfur compound naturally found in allium vegetables like garlic and onions, known for its potent, savory, garlic-like aroma. As a flavoring agent, it is synthetically produced for use in foods to impart or enhance savory, meaty, and vegetable notes, and holds FEMA GRAS status.
Diethyl Malate
FlavoringDiethyl malate is an organic ester compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It provides fruity and apple-like taste notes and is employed to enhance or create specific flavor profiles in processed foods and beverages.
Diethyl Malonate
FlavoringDiethyl malonate is an organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts fruity and sweet notes to various food and beverage formulations.
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