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Look up additive ADI references →CAS: 10222-01-2
2,2-DIBROMO-3-NITRILOPROPIONAMIDE is a synthetic antimicrobial agent with industrial applications and specific indirect food contact uses regulated under federal food additive...
View additive details →CAS: 64-19-7
Acetic acid is a common organic acid used in food production for its acidity, antimicrobial, flavoring, and pH control properties.
View additive details →CAS: 107-02-8
Acrolein (CAS 107-02-8) is an unsaturated aldehyde used in technical applications including as an antimicrobial agent and for food starch modification under specific regulatory...
View additive details →CAS: 7727-54-0
Ammonium persulfate is a chemical compound with CAS number 7727-54-0 used in specific food processing contexts as indicated by regulatory references.
View additive details →CAS: 50-81-7
Ascorbic acid (CAS 50-81-7) is a widely used food additive also known as Vitamin C with antioxidant and multifunctional properties.
View additive details →CAS: 65-85-0
Benzoic acid (CAS 65-85-0) is a simple aromatic carboxylic acid used in food systems as an antimicrobial and flavoring agent, recognized in regulatory systems including FDA and...
View additive details →CAS: 495-62-5
Bisabolene is a naturally occurring sesquiterpene used as a flavoring agent and aroma compound with antimicrobial and flavor-enhancing properties.
View additive details →CAS: 25013-16-5
Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA) is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative widely used in food to slow oxidative rancidity of fats and oils, maintain flavor stability, and...
View additive details →CAS: 2090-05-3
Calcium benzoate is a calcium salt of benzoic acid used primarily as an antimicrobial food additive that helps inhibit growth of bacteria, yeasts, and molds in acidic food products.
View additive details →CAS: 4075-81-4
Calcium propionate (CAS 4075-81-4) is a calcium salt of propionic acid used in foods as an antimicrobial agent and antioxidant to inhibit mold and prolong shelf life.
View additive details →CAS: 124-38-9
Carbon dioxide is a colorless, odorless gas used in food processing and packaging for its antimicrobial, preservative, propellant, and leavening functions, affirmed GRAS in the...
View additive details →CAS: 977031-84-7
Catalase from Aspergillus niger is a food enzyme preparation produced by controlled fermentation that catalyzes the breakdown of hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen and is...
View additive details →CAS: 81457-95-6
Catalase from bovine liver is an enzyme preparation derived from bovine liver that catalyzes the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen. It is affirmed as...
View additive details →CAS: 977090-05-3
Catalase from Penicillium notatum is a microbial enzyme preparation used as an antimicrobial agent and processing aid in food contexts, typically listed in the FDA Substances...
View additive details →CAS: 7782-50-5
Chlorine (CAS 7782-50-5) is a reactive diatomic gas used as an antimicrobial and oxidizing agent in industrial and food‑related applications, evaluated by food safety bodies...
View additive details →CAS: 10049-04-4
Chlorine dioxide (CAS 10049-04-4) is an oxidizing compound used in food processing primarily for antimicrobial treatment and flour conditioning. It is authorized under specific...
View additive details →CAS: 977091-22-7
CHLORINE SOLUTION, AQUEOUS is an aqueous formulation of active chlorine species used for antimicrobial and fumigant purposes in food processing contexts. This substance appears...
View additive details →CAS: 77-92-9
Citric acid is a widely used food additive and flavoring agent with the CAS number 77-92-9. It has multiple technological functions in foods, including acidity regulation,...
View additive details →CAS: 520-45-6
DEHYDROACETIC ACID is an antimicrobial agent with CAS 520-45-6 that is included in specific indirect food additive regulations for controlled uses in the United States.
View additive details →CAS: 4525-33-1
Dimethyl dicarbonate (DMDC) is a synthetic antimicrobial agent with CAS 4525-33-1 used principally as a preservative in beverage processing. It is authorized for use under...
View additive details →CAS: 138-93-2
Disodium cyanodithioimidocarbonate is a synthetic dithiocarbamate‑type antimicrobial agent used as a microorganism control agent and as a component in certain food contact...
View additive details →CAS: 142-59-6
Disodium ethylenebisdithiocarbamate (CAS 142-59-6), also known as NABAM and related synonyms, is a synthetic antimicrobial agent used industrially for controlling...
View additive details →CAS: 12650-88-3
EGG WHITE LYSOZYME is a naturally occurring enzyme derived from chicken egg white that functions as an antimicrobial agent by catalyzing the hydrolysis of bacterial cell wall...
View additive details →CAS: 89-65-6
ERYTHORBIC ACID is a synthetic stereoisomer of ascorbic acid used in foods primarily as an antioxidant and preservative to help maintain color and slow oxidation.
View additive details →CAS: 64-17-5
Ethyl Alcohol (also known as ethanol) is a common food ingredient used in multiple technical functions such as a solvent and flavoring agent; it is recognized by US regulations...
View additive details →CAS: 75-21-8
ETHYLENE OXIDE--NLFG (CAS 75-21-8) is a synthetic antimicrobial agent and fumigant referenced in FDA food contact substance listings. It is evaluated historically by JECFA as a...
View additive details →CAS: 110-17-8
Fumaric acid is a naturally occurring organic dicarboxylic acid used in foods primarily as an acidity regulator and flavoring agent under accepted food additive standards.
View additive details →CAS: 7722-84-1
Hydrogen peroxide is a simple oxidizing compound used in food processing for its antimicrobial and oxidizing properties under strict regulatory limits.
View additive details →CAS: 97-67-6
L-Malic Acid is an organic acid used in foods for acidity control and flavor functions. It occurs naturally in many fruits and is affirmed as safe for use in food in the U.S....
View additive details →CAS: 50-21-5
Lactic acid is an organic acid widely used in food manufacturing as a flavoring and acidity regulator. It is identified by CAS 50-21-5 and is affirmed for a variety of food...
View additive details →CAS: 977188-21-8
LISTERIA-SPECIFIC BACTERIOPHAGE PREPARATION is a mixture of bacteriophages targeting Listeria monocytogenes and permitted for use as an antimicrobial agent in specific food...
View additive details →CAS: 93-58-3
Methyl benzoate (CAS 93-58-3) is a volatile aromatic ester used in very small quantities as a flavoring agent and antimicrobial agent in food applications under regulatory conditions.
View additive details →CAS: 99-76-3
Methyl p-hydroxybenzoate, commonly known as methylparaben, is a synthetic preservative used primarily for its antimicrobial properties and, in some regulatory frameworks, as a...
View additive details →CAS: 79-11-8
Monochloroacetic acid (CAS 79-11-8) is a synthetic chemical listed in US food contact regulations; it is prohibited from direct addition to food but permitted in limited...
View additive details →CAS: 977127-33-5
Nisin preparation is a food‑grade antimicrobial agent derived from fermentation that is affirmed as GRAS in the United States under 21 CFR 184.1538 and evaluated...
View additive details →CAS: 977124-88-1
NITRATES, SODIUM & POTASSIUM refers to a mixture of sodium nitrate and potassium nitrate used in foods for preservative action and organoleptic properties. These salts are...
View additive details →CAS: 977124-89-2
Nitrates and nitrites such as sodium and potassium nitrites are inorganic chemical salts used in food processing primarily for preservation, colour development and flavour enhancement.
View additive details →CAS: 90-43-7
O-Phenylphenol is a synthetic antimicrobial compound with surfactant properties used primarily as a preservative and post-harvest treatment agent evaluated by international...
View additive details →CAS: 10028-15-6
Ozone (CAS 10028-15-6) is a reactive three-oxygen molecule used in food processing as an antimicrobial agent under regulated conditions.
View additive details →CAS: 7664-38-2
Phosphoric acid is a widely used inorganic food additive (INS 338) recognized for its roles in acidity control, flavor enhancement, and sequestration, and it is listed as...
View additive details →CAS: 582-25-2
Potassium benzoate is a crystalline preservative used in acidic foods and beverages to inhibit microbial growth and extend shelf life. It is the potassium salt of benzoic acid...
View additive details →CAS: 7773-03-7
Potassium bisulfite is an inorganic sulfite salt used as an antimicrobial agent in food processing with regulatory allowances under specific conditions in the United States and...
View additive details →CAS: 16731-55-8
Potassium metabisulfite is a sulfite-based food additive used primarily as an antimicrobial and antioxidant agent in food and beverage processing, with a Codex INS number of...
View additive details →CAS: 137-41-7
Potassium N-Methyldithiocarbamate is a chemical antimicrobial agent identified by CAS 137-41-7 that is referenced in several FDA food contact substance regulations for...
View additive details →CAS: 7757-79-1
Potassium nitrate is an inorganic salt used in food processing for its antimicrobial, coloring, and flavor-enhancing functions. It has a white crystalline appearance and is...
View additive details →CAS: 143-18-0
Potassium oleate is the potassium salt of oleic acid, used industrially as an emulsifier, antimicrobial surfactant, and formulation aid in various applications including food...
View additive details →CAS: 24634-61-5
Potassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid and is widely used in the food industry as an antimicrobial preservative and multifunctional ingredient.
View additive details →CAS: 593-29-3
Potassium stearate is the potassium salt of stearic acid, a fatty acid salt widely used for emulsification, stabilization, and as a release or processing aid in multiple...
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