Food Ingredients
Comprehensive information on food ingredients, allergens and food additives
For Anti-sticking
Not animal-derived
Magnesium carbonate is a white, powdery mineral salt. It is found naturally in rocks and is also produced synthetically by …
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Fresh Ham
Animal-derived
Fresh ham is the cut of meat from the hind leg of a domestic pig. It is typically cured with …
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Glazing Agents
Glazing agents are substances used to give food a shiny, protective coating. They can be natural, like carnauba wax from …
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Hearts Of Palm
Not animal-derived
Hearts of palm are the inner core of certain palm trees, harvested from the top of the plant. The edible …
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Hydrolyzed Whey Protein Isolate
Animal-derived
Hydrolyzed whey protein isolate is a highly purified form of whey protein, a byproduct of cheese production. It is made …
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L-tryptophan
L-tryptophan is an essential amino acid, meaning the body cannot make it and it must be obtained from food. It …
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Lodized Salt
Not animal-derived
Iodized salt is table salt that has had iodine added to it. Iodine is a mineral that is essential for …
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Oils
Oils are fats that are liquid at room temperature. They are typically derived from plants, such as olives, soybeans, or …
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Oleoresin Rosemary
Not animal-derived
Oleoresin rosemary is a concentrated extract from the rosemary plant (Rosmarinus officinalis). It is made by extracting the plant's compounds …
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Olive Oil Blend
Not animal-derived
An olive oil blend is a mixture of different types of olive oil, such as extra virgin, virgin, and refined …
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Organic Cabbage
Not animal-derived
Cabbage is a leafy green, red, or white vegetable that grows in cool climates. It is a member of the …
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Organic Elderberry Juice Concentrate
Not animal-derived
Organic elderberry juice concentrate is made from elderberries, a type of berry that grows on the Sambucus tree. The juice …
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Organic Lemon Peel
Not animal-derived
Organic lemon peel comes from the outer rind of lemons grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. It is typically dried …
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Organic Monterey Jack Cheese
Animal-derived
Monterey Jack is a semi-hard American cheese made from cow's milk. It originated in California in the 19th century. It …
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Organic Pear Puree
Not animal-derived
Organic pear puree is made from pears grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. The pears are washed, peeled, cored, and …
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Organic Strawberry
Not animal-derived
Strawberries are a popular fruit grown worldwide. The organic variety is cultivated without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. They are typically …
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Organic Whole Durum Wheat Flour
Not animal-derived
Organic Whole Durum Wheat Flour is a type of flour made by grinding the entire durum wheat kernel, including the …
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Pasteurized Lowfat Milk
Animal-derived
Pasteurized lowfat milk is cow's milk that has had some of its fat removed and has been heated to kill …
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Peanut Butter Flavored Chips
Peanut butter flavored chips are small, sweet morsels designed to mimic the taste of peanut butter. They are typically made …
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Pectinase
Not animal-derived
Pectinase is a group of enzymes that break down pectin, a type of carbohydrate found in plant cell walls. It …
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Pico De Gallo
Not animal-derived
Pico de gallo, meaning 'rooster's beak' in Spanish, is a fresh, uncooked Mexican salsa. It's traditionally made from chopped tomatoes, …
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Pyridoxine Hci
Not animal-derived
Pyridoxine HCl is a synthetic form of vitamin B6, an essential nutrient that plays a role in metabolism and brain …
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Raspberry Jam
Not animal-derived
Raspberry jam is a fruit spread made from raspberries, sugar, and often pectin. The fruit is cooked with sugar until …
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Refiners' Syrup
Not animal-derived
Refiners' syrup is a thick, sweet liquid that is a byproduct of the sugar refining process. It is the uncrystallized …
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Rolled Wheat
Not animal-derived
Rolled wheat is a whole grain product made from whole wheat kernels that have been steamed and flattened into flakes. …
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Salted Chili Peppers
Not animal-derived
Salted chili peppers are chili peppers that have been preserved in salt. This process draws out moisture and intensifies the …
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Sauerkraut
Not animal-derived
Sauerkraut is finely cut raw cabbage that has been fermented by lactic acid bacteria. This process, called lacto-fermentation, is a …
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Seasoned Beef
Animal-derived
Seasoned beef is a food product made from beef that has been enhanced with seasonings. The beef can be in …
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Spices & Herbs
Not animal-derived
Spices and herbs are plant-derived substances used to flavor food. They can come from various parts of plants, including seeds, …
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Sweet Potato Juice Concentrate
Not animal-derived
Sweet potato juice concentrate is made from sweet potatoes. The juice is extracted from the sweet potatoes and then concentrated …
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Textured Pea Protein
Not animal-derived
Textured pea protein (TPP) is a plant-based protein derived from yellow split peas. The peas are processed to remove their …
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The Following: Honey
Animal-derived
Honey is a sweet, viscous food substance made by honey bees from the nectar of flowers. Bees collect nectar and …
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Used
Not animal-derived
Used is a food additive that is a synthetic chemical compound. It is often used to improve the texture and …
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With Potassium Sorbate
E202
Not animal-derived
Potassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid. It is a manufactured ingredient, typically made from sorbic acid and …
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Yeast And Bacteria Cultures
Not animal-derived
Yeast and bacteria cultures are live microorganisms, often referred to as probiotics. They are typically grown in a liquid medium, …
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A Natural Preservative
E200
Not animal-derived
This ingredient is a naturally occurring compound found in many plants, including fruits and vegetables. It is often produced commercially …
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And Annatto Extracts
E160b
Not animal-derived
Annatto extracts are natural colorants derived from the seeds of the achiote tree (Bixa orellana). The seeds are ground and …
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Annatto-turmeric
Not animal-derived
Annatto-turmeric is a food coloring made from annatto seeds and turmeric. Annatto comes from the pulp of the achiote tree …
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Antioxidants To Maintain Freshness
Antioxidants are compounds that inhibit oxidation, a chemical reaction that can degrade food and lead to spoilage. They are often …
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Apple Pectin
E440
Not animal-derived
Apple pectin is a soluble fiber naturally found in the cell walls of fruits, especially apples. It is extracted from …
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Artificial Flavorings
Artificial flavorings are substances added to foods to impart or enhance taste and aroma. They are synthesized chemically and may …
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Beet Extract
Not animal-derived
Beet extract is a natural colorant derived from red beets (Beta vulgaris). The vibrant red or purple color comes from …
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Butter With Natural Flavor
Animal-derived
Butter is a dairy product made from churning fresh or fermented cream or milk. The process separates the butterfat from …
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Celery Stock
Not animal-derived
Celery stock is a liquid flavoring made from celery, water, and sometimes other vegetables or seasonings. It is created by …
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Chili Flavor
Not animal-derived
Chili flavor is a blend of spices and other ingredients designed to mimic the taste of chili con carne or …
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Coenzyme Q10
Not animal-derived
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a vitamin-like substance found naturally in the body. It plays a role in energy production within …
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Cultured Pasteurized Cow's Milk
Animal-derived
This is milk from cows that has been pasteurized to kill harmful bacteria and then cultured with beneficial bacteria. The …
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Distilled Vinegar And Water
Not animal-derived
Distilled vinegar is a clear liquid made by fermenting grains like corn or barley, then distilling the resulting alcohol. Water …
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Dutch Process
Not animal-derived
Dutch-process cocoa is cocoa powder that has been treated with an alkaline solution to neutralize its acidity. This process changes …
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Enriched Durum Wheat Semolina
Not animal-derived
Enriched durum wheat semolina is a coarse flour made from durum wheat, a hard variety of wheat. It is enriched, …
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About Food Ingredients
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