Ingredient

Functional Soy Protein Concentrate

Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add functional soy protein concentrate to foods to improve texture, moisture retention, and …

What is Functional Soy Protein Concentrate?

Functional soy protein concentrate is made from soybeans. It is produced by removing most of the carbohydrates and fats from soybeans, leaving a concentrated source of protein. This process results in a highly purified soy protein ingredient.

Is Functional Soy Protein Concentrate vegan?

Functional Soy Protein Concentrate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Functional Soy Protein Concentrate a major allergen?

Soy is one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA.

What is Functional Soy Protein Concentrate used for?

Manufacturers add functional soy protein concentrate to foods to improve texture, moisture retention, and emulsification.

Is Functional Soy Protein Concentrate safe?

Functional soy protein concentrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add functional soy protein concentrate to foods to improve texture, moisture retention, and emulsification. It acts as a binder and can enhance the overall structure of processed foods. It is often found in meat alternatives, baked goods, and dairy-free products.

Health notes

Functional soy protein concentrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Soy protein is a complete protein, meaning it contains all the essential amino acids. It is a common ingredient in many processed foods and is not associated with adverse health effects at typical consumption levels. JECFA has evaluated soy protein and established an acceptable daily intake.

Allergen info

Soy is one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. Individuals with a soy allergy should avoid products containing functional soy protein concentrate.

Foods that contain Functional Soy Protein Concentrate

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Kahiki Foods, Inc. Toasted Sesame Chicken Diced Chicken With Red Bell Pepper, Red Cabbage, And Carrots In A Thin And Crispy Wrapper With Toasted Sesame Seeds Spring Rolls, Toasted Sesame Chicken Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 34% DV per serving 167kcal 8.3Protein 8.3Fat 16.7Carbs Kahiki Foods, Inc. Mandarin Orange Chicken Lightly Breaded White Meat Chicken With Steamed White Rice, Carrots, Red Pepper, And Broccoli In A Mandarin Orange Sauce + Toasted Sesame Chicken Spring Roll Chicken, Red Bell Pepper, Cabbage, Carrots In A Thin, Crispy Wrapper With Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 49% DV per serving 153kcal 6.8Protein 4.7Fat 21.2Carbs Kahiki Foods, Inc. Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Lightly Breaded White Meat Chicken With Steamed White Rice, Broccoli, Pineapple, Water Chestnuts And Red Bell Pepper In A Sweet Teriyaki Sauce + 1-Toasted Sesame Chicken Yum Yum Stix Chicken, Red Bell Pepper, Cabbage, Carrots In Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 43% DV per serving 129kcal 5Protein 3.2Fat 20.3Carbs

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Last updated: October 5, 2026

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