Food / Beverage Additives
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Food / Beverage Additives
Emulsifiers, preservatives, antioxidants & stabilizers for food production
50 products
50 products
food beverage additives
Mixed Tocopherols (Vitamin E)
CAS: 1406-66-2
Mixed tocopherols (E306) are natural antioxidants extracted from vegetable oils (soybean, sunflower, palm), comprising alpha-, beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocopherol isomers. High-gamma/delta fractions offer superior antioxidant efficacy in fats, oils, and fat-containing foods. They protect against lipid oxidation, rancidity, and off-flavor development. Available in oil, powder, and water-dispersible forms with tocopherol concentrations of 50–95%.
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Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids
CAS: 67701-33-1
Mono- and diglycerides (E471) are partial glycerol esters of edible fatty acids, serving as versatile emulsifiers and crumb softeners in baked goods, margarine, ice cream, and peanut butter. With HLB values ranging 2–6 depending on fatty acid composition, they improve fat dispersion, extend product softness, and enhance freeze-thaw stability. Available as beads, flakes, or powder with various IV (iodine value) grades.
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Natamycin
CAS: 7681-93-8
Natamycin (pimaricin) is a natural polyene antifungal agent produced by Streptomyces natalensis, specifically targeting molds and yeasts without affecting bacteria or starter cultures. It is widely used on the surface of hard and semi-hard cheeses, dried sausages, and fermented meats at 1–5 mg/dm² application levels. Approved globally as E235 with an excellent safety profile.
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Neotame
CAS: 165450-17-9
Neotame (E961) is an N-alkylated derivative of aspartame approximately 7,000–13,000 times sweeter than sucrose, making it the most potent approved food sweetener by mass. Unlike aspartame, it does not require a PKU warning and exhibits significantly greater heat stability (stable to 120°C). Used at ppm-level dosing (2–10 mg/kg product) in beverages, baked goods, and dairy, often in combination with other sweeteners.
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Nisin
CAS: 1414-45-5
Nisin is a natural antimicrobial peptide produced by Lactococcus lactis, classified as a bacteriocin. It exhibits potent activity against a broad range of Gram-positive bacteria and bacterial spores, including Listeria, Bacillus, and Clostridium species. Commonly available as a standardized preparation (2.5% nisin activity, diluted with NaCl and defatted milk powder) and approved globally as E234.
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Pectin
CAS: 9000-69-5
Pectin is a natural structural polysaccharide found in plant cell walls, commercially extracted from citrus peel or apple pomace. Available as high-methoxyl (HM, DE >50%) and low-methoxyl (LM, DE <50%) types, pectin enables gelling of fruit-based products with or without calcium. HM pectin gels in high-sugar/low-pH systems; LM pectin forms thermally stable gels in low-calorie and dairy applications with calcium.
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Phosphoric Acid (Food Grade)
CAS: 7664-38-2
Food-grade phosphoric acid (75–85% aqueous solution) is the primary acidulant used in cola beverages, providing a unique tangy, mineral flavor profile distinct from organic acids. As E338, it is also used in edible oil processing, cheese emulsification, and yeast-leavened baked goods. The 85% food-grade solution complies with FCC and USP standards for heavy metals and arsenic.
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Polydextrose
CAS: 68424-04-4
Polydextrose (E1200) is a synthetic soluble fiber and low-calorie bulking agent produced by random polymerization of glucose with sorbitol and citric acid. It provides only 1 kcal/g versus 4 kcal/g for sucrose and acts as a prebiotic fiber that resists small intestine digestion. Used at 2–10% in reduced-calorie baked goods, beverages, confectionery, and dairy to replace sugar bulk while adding dietary fiber claims.
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Potassium Sorbate
CAS: 590-00-1
Potassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, widely employed as a mold and yeast inhibitor in food and beverage applications. It functions effectively over a broad pH range (up to 6.5), making it versatile for cheese, wine, bakery products, and dried fruits. Available as white granules or powder with high solubility in water.
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Propylene Glycol (Food Grade Humectant)
CAS: 57-55-6
Food-grade propylene glycol (1,2-propanediol, E1520) is a colorless, odorless, viscous liquid used as a humectant, solvent, and carrier for food flavors, colors, and preservatives. It retains moisture in confectionery, pet food, bakery products, and dried fruits, extending shelf life and maintaining texture. Also used as a solvent for vanilla extract and food colorants, and as an anti-crystallization agent in liquid sweeteners.
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Rosemary Extract (Natural Antioxidant)
CAS: 84604-14-8
Rosemary extract (E392) is a natural antioxidant derived from Rosmarinus officinalis leaves, rich in carnosic acid, carnosol, and rosmarinic acid. It provides lipid oxidation protection in meat, poultry, seafood, and fat-containing products comparable to BHA/BHT but with clean-label, nature-identical positioning. Available in oil-soluble (CO2 extract) and water-dispersible forms at 5–10% carnosic acid content.
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Silicon Dioxide (Food Grade Anti-Caking Agent)
CAS: 7631-86-9
Food-grade amorphous silicon dioxide (E551) is a highly porous, synthetic silica used as an anti-caking agent in powdered foods, spice blends, salt, and dry mixes. With an extremely high surface area (100–400 m²/g), it adsorbs moisture and free fatty acids on powder surfaces, maintaining flowability during processing and storage. Effective at low concentrations (0.1–1.0%) and tasteless, odorless, and chemically inert.
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Sodium Alginate
CAS: 9005-38-3
Sodium alginate is the sodium salt of alginic acid, extracted from brown seaweed (Macrocystis, Ascophyllum species). It forms irreversible, heat-stable gels in the presence of calcium ions through ionic cross-linking, making it ideal for food encapsulation, restructured food products, and spherification applications. Available in various viscosity grades (low: 20–200 cP, medium: 200–500 cP, high: 500–1000 cP).
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Sodium Ascorbate
CAS: 134-03-2
Sodium ascorbate is the sodium salt of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), providing the same antioxidant and nutritional functionality as ascorbic acid but with a neutral pH and higher solubility. As E301, it is used as a cured meat color stabilizer (reduces nitrosamine formation), antioxidant in fruit-based products, and Vitamin C source in fortified foods and beverages. Supplied as white crystalline powder with ≥99% purity.
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Sodium Benzoate
CAS: 532-32-1
Sodium benzoate is a widely used food preservative effective against yeasts, bacteria, and molds in acidic environments (pH < 4.5). It is typically applied at 0.05–0.1% in carbonated beverages, fruit juices, jams, and condiments. As a white, water-soluble powder, it offers excellent cost-efficiency and compatibility with most food matrices.
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Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose (CMC)
CAS: 9004-32-4
Sodium carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) is a water-soluble cellulose ether produced by reacting cellulose with monochloroacetic acid. Food-grade CMC (E466) provides viscosity, water retention, and texture modification in ice cream, beverages, baked goods, and dairy products. Degree of substitution (DS) ranges from 0.6 to 0.9 for food applications, with viscosity grades spanning 50–50,000 mPa·s (1% solution).
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Sodium Cyclamate
CAS: 139-05-9
Sodium cyclamate (E952) is an artificial sweetener approximately 30–50 times sweeter than sucrose, widely used in Asia, Latin America, and Europe (not currently approved in the USA). It provides a clean, mild sweetness with good heat stability and works synergistically with saccharin (typically 10:1 cyclamate:saccharin blends) to mask bitterness. Commonly used in beverages, tabletop sweeteners, and processed foods where cost-efficiency is key.
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Sodium Ferrocyanide (Yellow Prussiate of Soda)
CAS: 13601-19-9
Sodium ferrocyanide (E535) is an inorganic anti-caking agent specifically approved for use in table salt at maximum levels of 20 mg/kg (as anhydrous compound). It prevents salt crystals from clumping during storage and high-humidity conditions by adsorbing onto crystal surfaces and interfering with agglomeration. The ferrocyanide complex is highly stable and does not release free cyanide under normal food conditions. Available as yellow crystalline decahydrate powder.
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Sodium Gluconate
CAS: 527-07-1
Sodium gluconate is the sodium salt of gluconic acid, a multifunctional food additive serving as a sequestrant, humectant, and pH regulator. In food applications, it prevents precipitation of calcium, iron, and other metal ions that would otherwise cause discoloration or off-flavors. Used in cheese processing, bakery products, and wine stabilization. Industrial grades also serve in cleaning and water treatment; food-grade supplied as white powder ≥98% purity.
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Sodium Nitrite
CAS: 7632-00-0
Sodium nitrite is an essential curing agent used in processed meat products such as ham, bacon, sausages, and hot dogs. It prevents growth of Clostridium botulinum, contributes to characteristic pink color development (nitrosomyoglobin), and provides antioxidant effects that retard rancidity. Supplied as white to slightly yellowish crystalline powder with ≥99% purity.
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Sodium Saccharin
CAS: 128-44-9
Sodium saccharin (E954) is the sodium salt of saccharin, one of the oldest and most widely used artificial sweeteners, approximately 300–500 times sweeter than sucrose. It is heat-stable, pH-stable, and non-caloric, making it suitable for baked goods, tabletop sweeteners, beverages, and pharmaceutical syrups. Sodium saccharin is highly soluble in water and commonly used in combination with other sweeteners to mask its characteristic metallic aftertaste.
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Soy Lecithin
CAS: 8002-43-5
Soy lecithin is a natural phospholipid complex extracted from soybean oil refining, composed primarily of phosphatidylcholine, phosphatidylethanolamine, and inositol phosphatides. As an amphiphilic emulsifier with HLB value 3–4, it is widely used in chocolate, baked goods, margarine, and infant formula. Available in both fluid (viscous amber liquid) and de-oiled powder grades.
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Steviol Glycosides (Stevia Extract)
CAS: 91722-21-3
Steviol glycosides (E960) are high-purity natural sweeteners extracted from Stevia rebaudiana leaves, comprising rebaudioside A (Reb-A), rebaudioside D (Reb-D), and stevioside. Reb-A grade (≥95%) is 250–300 times sweeter than sucrose with minimal bitterness; high-purity Reb-D and Reb-M grades offer even cleaner, sugar-like taste for premium beverage and food applications. Zero calorie, non-glycemic, and clean-label compliant.
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Sucralose
CAS: 56038-13-2
Sucralose (E955) is a chlorinated sucrose derivative approximately 600 times sweeter than sucrose, offering a clean, sugar-like taste with no bitter or metallic aftertaste. It is non-caloric, non-glycemic, heat-stable up to 120°C in most food matrices, and pH-stable across 3–7. Its sucrose-like taste profile makes it the preferred sweetener in premium sugar-free products, soft drinks, dairy, and bakery.
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