Food Additive Database
3,972 FDA-listed substances — safety ratings, regulatory status, adverse event data.
Showing 2017–2040 of 3,972 additives
Ethyl Vanillin Propylene Glycol Acetal
FlavoringEthyl vanillin propylene glycol acetal (CAS 68527-76-4) is a synthetic flavoring agent used to provide vanilla and vanillin notes in food products. It combines ethyl vanillin with propylene glycol in an acetal structure to create a stable, flavoring compound for use in various food applications.
Ethylamine
FlavoringEthylamine (CAS 75-04-7) is a simple organic compound used as a flavoring agent or flavoring adjuvant in food products. It contributes to the development of certain food flavors and is not currently approved as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Ethylene Dichloride
OtherEthylene Dichloride (EDC), also known as 1,2-dichloroethane, is a colorless liquid primarily used as a solvent and a chemical intermediate in the production of vinyl chloride monomer. While not approved as a direct food additive, it has a history of use as a fumigant for stored grains, a practice that has been largely phased out or banned due to significant toxicity concerns.
Ethylene Glycol Distearate
OtherEthylene Glycol Distearate (EGDS) is an ester formed from ethylene glycol and stearic acid, primarily known as a pearlizing and opacifying agent in cosmetics. As a food additive, its specific function and primary use are currently unknown and not widely documented in regulatory or scientific literature.
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether
OtherEthylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether (EGMBE), also known as 2-Butoxyethanol, is a colorless organic solvent primarily used in industrial and commercial cleaning products. In the context of food, its function is as a washing or surface removal agent for cleaning food processing equipment and surfaces that come into contact with food, rather than as a direct food ingredient.
Ethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether
SolventEthylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether, also known as 2-ethoxyethanol or EGMEE, is an organic chemical primarily recognized as a solvent. While it possesses properties that could classify it as a formulation aid or vehicle, it is not approved for direct use as a food additive. Its principal applications are found in industrial sectors, notably in paints, coatings, and cleaning products.
Ethylene Glycol Monophenyl Ether
FlavoringEthylene Glycol Monophenyl Ether, also known as 2-Phenoxyethanol, is a chemical compound primarily used as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in food products. It is valued for its faint, pleasant, rose-like, or honey-like aroma, contributing to various flavor profiles at low concentrations. While not specifically listed in the U.S. FDA's official GRAS regulations, it is recognized as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA) for its intended flavoring uses and has been approved by European and international regulatory bodies.
Ethylene Oxide Polymer
StabilizerEthylene Oxide Polymer (CAS 9002-90-8) refers to a broad class of synthetic polymers formed from ethylene oxide monomers, with Polyethylene Glycols (PEGs) being the most common food-relevant examples. These polymers are primarily used in food as stabilizers or thickeners, contributing to product texture, consistency, and shelf-life.
Ethylene Oxide Polymer, Alkyl Adduct
OtherEthylene Oxide Polymer, Alkyl Adduct (CAS: 977047-83-8) is a synthetic chemical compound derived from ethylene oxide, featuring an attached alkyl group. The specific function or primary use of this additive in food is currently unknown based on publicly available data.
Ethylene Oxide Polymer, Alkyl Adduct, Phosphate Ester
OtherEthylene Oxide Polymer, Alkyl Adduct, Phosphate Ester (CAS: 977092-23-1) is a synthetic chemical compound primarily used as a washing or surface removal agent in food processing environments. It functions as a surfactant, aiding in the cleaning and sanitation of equipment and surfaces that come into contact with food. Its role is to facilitate the removal of residues and contaminants, not to be a direct ingredient in food products.
Ethylene Oxide--nlfg
OtherEthylene oxide is a highly reactive chemical compound primarily used as a sterilant for medical devices and as a fumigant for industrial purposes. While historically employed for sterilizing certain food commodities like spices, its direct use as a food additive or for fumigation of most food products is severely restricted or banned in many regions due to significant health concerns.
Ethylene Oxide/propylene Oxide Copolymer
StabilizerEthylene Oxide/propylene Oxide Copolymer (CAS 9003-11-6) is a synthetic polymer functioning as a stabilizer, thickener, drying agent, and surface-active agent in various applications. In food contexts, it can act as a dough strengthener or emulsifier, improving texture and stability. While possessing these functional properties, it is not currently listed as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the U.S. FDA for food use.
Ethylene Oxide/propylene Oxide Copolymer (avg M W 14,000)
StabilizerEthylene Oxide/Propylene Oxide Copolymer (avg M W 14,000) is a synthetic polymer functioning as a multifaceted food additive, primarily categorized as a stabilizer. It is utilized in food processing for its properties as a dough strengthener, leavening agent, processing aid, thickener, and surface-active agent to improve product texture, stability, and manufacturing efficiency.
Ethylene Oxide/propylene Oxide Copolymer (avg M W 3,500-4,125)
StabilizerEthylene Oxide/propylene Oxide Copolymer (avg M W 3,500-4,125) is a synthetic polymer used in food primarily as a stabilizer. It also functions as a dough strengthener, leavening agent, processing aid, thickener, and surface-active agent to influence texture, stability, and processing characteristics. This additive has not received FDA GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status for food use.
Ethylene Oxide/propylene Oxide Copolymer (avg M W 9,760 - 13,200)
StabilizerEthylene Oxide/Propylene Oxide Copolymer (avg M W 9,760 - 13,200) is a synthetic polymer used in food products as a multi-functional additive. It primarily acts as a stabilizer, dough strengthener, processing aid, and surface-active agent. Its varied functions contribute to improving the texture, consistency, and processing characteristics of various food items.
Ethylene Oxide/propylene Oxide Copolymer (min Avg M W 1,900)
StabilizerEthylene Oxide/propylene Oxide Copolymer (min Avg M W 1,900) is a synthetic polymer primarily utilized in food applications for its surface-active properties. It functions as a stabilizer, dough strengthener, leavening agent, processing aid, thickener, and surface-active agent. Its role is to enhance food texture, stability, and processing efficiency in various products.
Ethylene Oxide/propylene Oxide Copolymer, Alkyl Adduct
OtherEthylene Oxide/propylene Oxide Copolymer, Alkyl Adduct (CAS: 977083-02-5) is a synthetic polymer primarily utilized as a washing or surface removal agent. Its primary function is in industrial processes to clean surfaces or aid in the removal of substances, rather than serving as a direct food ingredient. As such, any potential human exposure would typically be incidental through residues in processed foods or on food contact surfaces.
Ethylene Oxide/propylene Oxide Copolymer, Alkyl Adduct, Phosphate Ester
OtherEthylene Oxide/propylene Oxide Copolymer, Alkyl Adduct, Phosphate Ester (CAS 977083-03-6) is a synthetic compound categorized as a washing or surface removal agent. Its primary application in food-related contexts is in cleaning processes or surface treatments, rather than as a direct food ingredient. It is designed to aid in the removal of substances from surfaces.
Ethylenediamine
OtherEthylenediamine is a colorless organic chemical compound classified as a diamine. While it has extensive industrial applications, its specified function within a food additive context is as a tracer, indicating its potential use to monitor or track substances or processes. However, ethylenediamine itself is not listed as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA, nor is it an approved direct food additive in the U.S. or E.U.
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid Disodium Salt
FlavoringEthylenediaminetetraacetic Acid Disodium Salt, also known as disodium EDTA (Na2EDTA), is a synthetic compound primarily recognized for its chelating properties, meaning it can bind to metal ions. While other forms of EDTA are commonly used as sequestrants or stabilizers, this specific compound is categorized as a flavoring agent or adjuvant in food, where it helps maintain desired flavor profiles by preventing metallic-ion-catalyzed degradation.
Eucalyptol
FlavoringEucalyptol (1,8-cineole) is a naturally occurring organic compound found in eucalyptus oil and other plants, used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It provides a cooling, minty taste characteristic of eucalyptus and is generally recognized for use in limited food applications.
Eucalyptus, Oil (eucalyptus Globulus Labille)
FlavoringEucalyptus oil (Eucalyptus globulus Labille) is a volatile essential oil extracted from eucalyptus tree leaves, used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts a distinctive minty, cooling taste and aroma to beverages, confections, and other food items.
Eugenol
FlavoringEugenol is a naturally occurring organic compound derived primarily from clove oil and other plant sources. It functions as a flavoring agent in food products, providing characteristic spice and clove-like taste notes.
Eugenyl Acetate
FlavoringEugenyl acetate (CAS 93-28-7) is a naturally-derived organic compound used as a flavoring agent in food products. It imparts a clove-like, spicy aromatic note and is utilized in small quantities to enhance flavor profiles in various food and beverage applications.
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