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Cultured Milk Animal-derived Cultured milk is milk that has been fermented with beneficial bacteria, such as Lactobacillus, Lactococcus, and Streptococcus species. These bacteria … More details → Yellow Corn Flour Not animal-derived Yellow corn flour is a finely ground powder made from dried yellow corn kernels. The corn kernels are typically dried … More details → Flavorings Flavorings are substances added to food to give it a specific taste or smell, or to enhance existing flavors. They … More details → Artificial Colors Not animal-derived Artificial colors are substances added to foods to change or enhance their appearance. They are typically synthetic, meaning they are … More details → Strawberries Not animal-derived Strawberries are a widely cultivated fruit known for their sweet taste and bright red color. They are botanically considered an … More details → Sodium Alginate E401 Not animal-derived Sodium alginate is a natural gum, a type of carbohydrate (polysaccharide) extracted from brown seaweed. It is produced by treating … More details → Vitamin E E306 Not animal-derived Vitamin E is a group of fat-soluble compounds, including tocopherols and tocotrienols, that are important nutrients. It is found naturally … More details → Peanut Oil Not animal-derived Peanut oil is a vegetable oil made from peanuts. It is typically extracted from shelled and roasted peanuts through pressing … More details → Apple Cider Vinegar Not animal-derived Apple cider vinegar is a type of vinegar made from fermented apple juice. Apples are first crushed, and their juice … More details → Gum Acacia E414 Not animal-derived Gum acacia, also known as gum arabic, is a natural gum obtained from the hardened sap of acacia trees, primarily … More details → Apple Juice Concentrate Not animal-derived Apple juice concentrate is made by pressing fresh apples to extract their juice, then removing most of the water through … More details → Whole Milk Animal-derived Whole milk is a dairy product obtained from cows, containing its full natural fat content. It is typically pasteurized (heated … More details → Aspartame E951 Not animal-derived Aspartame is an artificial, low-calorie sweetener. It is made by combining two amino acids, aspartic acid and phenylalanine, which are … More details → Milk Protein Concentrate Animal-derived Milk protein concentrate (MPC) is a dairy ingredient made by filtering milk to remove most of the lactose (milk sugar) … More details → Chicken Fat Animal-derived Chicken fat is a type of animal fat obtained from chickens. It is created by rendering, a process that melts … More details → Cranberries Not animal-derived Cranberries are small, tart, red berries that grow on low-creeping vines in bogs, primarily in North America. They are typically … More details → Hydrolyzed Soy Protein Not animal-derived Hydrolyzed soy protein is a food ingredient made from soybeans. It is produced by breaking down soy protein into smaller … More details → Egg Yolk Animal-derived Egg yolk is the yellow, central part of an egg. It comes from chickens and is separated from the egg … More details → Tomato Juice Not animal-derived Tomato juice is the liquid obtained from ripe tomatoes. It is typically made by crushing fresh tomatoes, heating them, and … More details → Carrot Not animal-derived Carrots are root vegetables, typically orange in color, that grow underground. They are cultivated from seeds and harvested for their … More details → Powdered Cellulose E460(ii) Not animal-derived Powdered cellulose is a purified, finely ground form of cellulose, which is the main component of plant cell walls. It … More details → Calcium Phosphate E341 Calcium phosphate is a mineral compound made up of calcium and phosphate. It is naturally found in bones and teeth. … More details → Mixed Tocopherols E306 Not animal-derived Mixed tocopherols are a group of natural compounds that are part of the Vitamin E family. They are typically extracted … More details → Apples Not animal-derived Apples are a widely cultivated fruit that grows on apple trees (Malus domestica). They are typically harvested and can be … More details → Soy Protein Concentrate Not animal-derived Soy protein concentrate is a food ingredient made from defatted soybean flakes. The flakes are processed to remove most of … More details → BHA E320 Not animal-derived BHA, or butylated hydroxyanisole, is a synthetic antioxidant. It is a man-made chemical compound produced through chemical synthesis. More details → Cultured Pasteurized Milk Animal-derived Cultured pasteurized milk is milk that has been heated to a specific temperature to kill harmful bacteria (pasteurization) and then … More details → Extractives Of Paprika E160c Not animal-derived Extractives of paprika, also known as paprika oleoresin, are a natural extract obtained from the dried fruit of the paprika … More details → Chili Pepper Not animal-derived Chili pepper refers to the fruit of plants from the genus Capsicum, known for their pungent flavor. These peppers are … More details → Whole Eggs Animal-derived Whole eggs are the unseparated contents of a hen's egg, including both the yolk and the white. For use in … More details → Vital Wheat Gluten Not animal-derived Vital wheat gluten is a natural protein found in wheat. It is made by washing wheat flour dough to remove … More details → Cured With Water Not animal-derived Cured With Water describes a process where water is added to meat during curing. Curing is a method of preserving … More details → To Maintain Freshness "To Maintain Freshness" is a general phrase found on food labels. It indicates that ingredients have been added to help … More details → Peanut Butter Not animal-derived Peanut butter is a food paste made primarily from dry roasted peanuts. The peanuts are ground into a paste, often … More details → To Protect Flavor "To Protect Flavor" is a phrase found on food labels, not a specific ingredient. It signifies that an additive has … More details → Ammonium Bicarbonate E503(ii) Not animal-derived Ammonium bicarbonate is an inorganic salt, a chemical compound with the formula NH₄HCO₃. It is produced by combining carbon dioxide … More details → Paprika Extract E160c Not animal-derived Paprika extract, also known as paprika oleoresin, is a natural color and flavor derived from the fruit of the paprika … More details → Blue 2 Lake E132 Not animal-derived Blue 2 Lake is a synthetic color additive. It is a "lake" pigment, meaning it's made by combining the water-soluble … More details → Red Pepper Not animal-derived Red pepper is a spice made from the dried and ground fruits of certain chili pepper plants, primarily from the … More details → Spinach Not animal-derived Spinach is a leafy green vegetable from the amaranth family, native to central and western Asia. It is grown and … More details → Egg Animal-derived Eggs are a common food product laid by birds, most often chickens. They consist of a yolk, egg white (albumen), … More details → Enriched Bleached Flour Not animal-derived Enriched bleached flour is wheat flour that has been treated to whiten it and improve its baking qualities. The bleaching … More details → Natural Flavorings Animal-derived Natural flavorings are substances extracted from natural sources like spices, fruits, vegetables, edible yeasts, herbs, barks, roots, or dairy products. … More details → Acetic Acid E260 Not animal-derived Acetic acid is a simple organic acid that gives vinegar its characteristic sour taste. It can be produced naturally through … More details → Propylene Glycol E1520 Not animal-derived Propylene glycol is a synthetic organic compound that appears as a clear, colorless, slightly thick liquid. It is produced from … More details → Rice Starch Not animal-derived Rice starch is a carbohydrate derived from rice grains. It is produced by separating the starch from other components of … More details → Cream Cheese Animal-derived Cream cheese is a soft, fresh cheese made from cow's milk and cream. It is produced by fermenting a mixture … More details → Dark Chocolate Not animal-derived Dark chocolate is a food product made from cocoa solids, cocoa butter, and sugar. It is derived from the cacao … More details → Blue 2 E132 Not animal-derived Blue 2, also known as Indigotine or Indigo Carmine, is a synthetic blue food dye. It is produced through chemical … More details → Dough Conditioner Dough conditioners are mixtures of ingredients added to dough to improve its properties. They can include enzymes, emulsifiers, and oxidizing … More details →

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