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Sorbitol E420 Not animal-derived Sorbitol is a type of sugar alcohol found naturally in fruits like apples, pears, peaches, and prunes. It is also … More details → Natamycin E235 Not animal-derived Natamycin is a natural antifungal substance produced by the bacterium *Streptomyces natalensis*. It is a polyene macrolide antibiotic, meaning it … More details → Basil Not animal-derived Basil is a popular aromatic herb from the mint family (Lamiaceae), native to tropical regions of Central Africa and Southeast … More details → Unsweetened Chocolate Not animal-derived Unsweetened chocolate is made by grinding roasted cocoa beans into a paste. This paste, also called chocolate liquor or cocoa … More details → Vanillin Not animal-derived Vanillin is the main compound responsible for the characteristic taste and smell of vanilla. It can be naturally extracted from … More details → Rice Not animal-derived Rice is the seed of the grass species Oryza sativa (Asian rice) or Oryza glaberrima (African rice). It is a … More details → Palm Not animal-derived Palm oil is a vegetable oil obtained from the fruit of the oil palm tree. It is a widely used … More details → Disodium Inosinate E631 Not animal-derived Disodium inosinate is a flavor enhancer, a sodium salt of inosinic acid. It is commonly produced through the fermentation of … More details → Corn Flour Not animal-derived Corn flour is a fine powder made from dried corn kernels. The kernels are typically dried and then ground into … More details → Coconut Not animal-derived Coconut is the large, round fruit of the coconut palm tree, primarily grown in tropical regions. The white, fleshy part … More details → Annatto Extract E160b Not animal-derived Annatto extract is a natural food coloring derived from the seeds of the achiote tree (Bixa orellana), a shrub native … More details → Yellow 6 Lake E110 Not animal-derived Yellow 6 Lake is a color additive made by combining the synthetic dye Yellow 6 (also known as Sunset Yellow … More details → Calcium Disodium EDTA E385 Not animal-derived Calcium disodium EDTA is a synthetic compound that works as a chelating agent. It is made from ethylenediamine, formaldehyde, and … More details → Pasteurized Part-skim Milk Animal-derived Pasteurized part-skim milk is cow's milk that has undergone pasteurization, a heating process to kill harmful bacteria, and has had … More details → Sodium Ascorbate E301 Not animal-derived Sodium ascorbate is the sodium salt of ascorbic acid, commonly known as Vitamin C. It is a mineral ascorbate, meaning … More details → Whole Milk Powder Animal-derived Whole milk powder is a dairy product made by removing water from whole milk. This process typically involves evaporation and … More details → Corn Oil Not animal-derived Corn oil is a type of vegetable oil extracted from the germ of corn kernels. It is typically produced through … More details → Potassium Citrate E332 Not animal-derived Potassium citrate is a potassium salt of citric acid, a compound naturally found in citrus fruits and other produce. It … More details → Phosphoric Acid E338 Not animal-derived Phosphoric acid is an inorganic acid, meaning it does not contain carbon. It is produced by processing phosphate rock, a … More details → Sunflower Not animal-derived Sunflower refers to the plant *Helianthus annuus*, its seeds, or the oil extracted from its seeds. Sunflower seeds are harvested … More details → Tomato Powder Not animal-derived Tomato powder is made by drying ripe tomatoes and then grinding them into a fine powder. This process removes most … More details → Datem E472e DATEM, or Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides, is an emulsifier. It is made by reacting diacetyl tartaric … More details → Color Added The term "Color Added" refers to any substance used to impart or restore color to food. These substances can come … More details → Enzyme Enzymes are proteins that act as biological catalysts, speeding up specific chemical reactions without being used up themselves. They are … More details → Milk Fat Animal-derived Milk fat is the fatty part of milk, naturally present in dairy products. It is obtained by separating it from … More details → Dipotassium Phosphate E340(ii) Not animal-derived Dipotassium phosphate is a potassium salt of phosphoric acid, a naturally occurring compound found in many foods. It is typically … More details → Cilantro Not animal-derived Cilantro refers to the fresh leaves of the Coriandrum sativum plant, also known as the coriander plant. It is a … More details → Cottonseed Not animal-derived Cottonseed is the seed of the cotton plant, which is primarily cultivated for its fiber. While the whole seed is … More details → Jalapeno Peppers Not animal-derived Jalapeno peppers are a medium-sized chili pepper of the species Capsicum annuum. They originated in Mexico and are widely cultivated … More details → Pecans Not animal-derived Pecans are edible nuts that grow on pecan trees, which are native to North America. They are a type of … More details → Color Color is a general term for any substance added to food to give it a specific hue or to restore … More details → Glucose Syrup Not animal-derived Glucose syrup is a thick, sweet liquid made by breaking down starches, typically from corn, potatoes, or wheat. This process, … More details → Disodium Guanylate E627 Not animal-derived Disodium guanylate is a flavor enhancer that helps give foods a savory, umami taste. It is a nucleotide, a building … More details → Dried Onion Not animal-derived Dried onion is fresh onion (Allium cepa) that has had its water content removed through dehydration. This process often involves … More details → Blue 1 Lake E133 Not animal-derived Blue 1 Lake is an insoluble pigment derived from FD&C Blue No. 1, also known as Brilliant Blue FCF. It … More details → Oregano Not animal-derived Oregano is a popular herb from the mint family (Lamiaceae). It comes from the dried leaves of the Origanum vulgare … More details → Autolyzed Yeast Extract Not animal-derived Autolyzed yeast extract is a flavor enhancer made from yeast. It is produced by breaking down yeast cells using their … More details → Fumaric Acid E297 Not animal-derived Fumaric acid is a white, crystalline organic acid that occurs naturally in some plants, such as bolete mushrooms and lichen. … More details → To Preserve Freshness The phrase "To Preserve Freshness" is a general statement found on food labels, indicating that the product contains one or … More details → Mustard Seed Not animal-derived Mustard seeds are small, round seeds harvested from various mustard plants, primarily Brassica juncea (brown mustard), Sinapis alba (white/yellow mustard), … More details → Soy Protein Isolate Not animal-derived Soy protein isolate is a highly refined form of protein made from soybeans. It is produced by removing most of … More details → Dextrin E1400 Not animal-derived Dextrin is a type of carbohydrate, a polysaccharide, made by breaking down starches from plants like corn, potato, or tapioca. … More details → Zinc Oxide Not animal-derived Zinc oxide is an inorganic compound that is a white, powdery substance. While it can be found naturally as a … More details → Raisins Not animal-derived Raisins are dried grapes. They are produced by drying fresh grapes, either by sun-drying them directly on the vine or … More details → Tricalcium Phosphate E341(iii) Not animal-derived Tricalcium phosphate is a mineral compound made from calcium and phosphoric acid. It is a salt of calcium and phosphate, … More details → Sesame Seeds Not animal-derived Sesame seeds are small, flat, edible seeds that grow in pods on the Sesamum indicum plant. They are one of … More details → Vegetable Shortening Not animal-derived Vegetable shortening is a solid fat made from vegetable oils, such as soybean, palm, or cottonseed oil. It is produced … More details → Natural Smoke Flavor Not animal-derived Natural smoke flavor is a food ingredient made by capturing and concentrating the compounds found in wood smoke. This process … More details → Lactic Acid Starter Culture Not animal-derived Lactic acid starter cultures are beneficial microorganisms, primarily bacteria, that are used to ferment foods. These cultures produce lactic acid, … More details → Margarine Not animal-derived Margarine is a spread used as a butter substitute. It is typically made from a blend of vegetable oils, water, … More details →

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