Ingredient

Grain Alcohol

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Grain alcohol is used as a solvent for flavors and colors, and as a …

What it is

Grain alcohol, also known as ethyl alcohol or ethanol, is a volatile, flammable, colorless liquid. It is produced by the fermentation of sugars by yeast. The resulting alcohol is then purified through distillation.

Why it's used

Grain alcohol is used as a solvent for flavors and colors, and as a preservative in some food products. It can also act as a carrier for certain ingredients. It is commonly found in extracts, flavorings, and some processed foods where a neutral spirit is needed.

Health notes

Grain alcohol is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It is the primary psychoactive component of alcoholic beverages. Consumption of alcohol can lead to intoxication and has been linked to various health issues, particularly with excessive intake. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated ethanol. While generally recognized as safe for its intended use as a food ingredient, its consumption as a beverage is associated with health risks.

Allergen info

Grain alcohol is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Grain Alcohol

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YANGTZE Yangtze, Barbeque Pork Other Meats High in sodium — 35% DV per serving 173kcal 24.7Protein 4.9Fat 7.4Carbs YANGTZE Yangtze, Chinese Style Cured Barbbque Pork Other Meats High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 153kcal 24.7Protein 2.9Fat 7.1Carbs Pinnacle Foods Group LLC Non-Stick Cooking Spray, Butter Vegetable & Cooking Oils 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Consolidated Electrical Distsributors Inc. Chinese Style Sausage Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 524kcal 21.4Protein 45.2Fat 9.5Carbs Akiyama Tsukemono California (Pickled Cucumber) Pickled Cucumber, (Pickled Cucumber) Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 18kcal 0Protein 0Fat 3.6Carbs

Walpole Creamery LLC Walpole Creamery, Super Premium Ice Cream, Udder Joy, Udder Joy Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 257kcal 5.3Protein 17.7Fat 19.5Carbs January Foods Corp Chinese Style Barbecue Pork Cooked & Prepared High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 153kcal 24.7Protein 2.9Fat 7.1Carbs Sushi House Inc. Craw Fish Cajun Roll Sushi 178kcal 3.3Protein 2.2Fat 22.2Carbs Sushi House Inc. Cajun Roll Sushi 178kcal 3.3Protein 2.2Fat 22.2Carbs

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream LLC Cookie Crumble Strawberry Jam Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert, Cookie Crumble Strawberry Jam Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 75% DV per serving High in added sugars — 58% DV per serving 271kcal 2.9Protein 17.9Fat 27.1Carbs January Foods Corp Yangtze, Chinese Style Barbecue Pork Cooked & Prepared High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 153kcal 24.7Protein 2.9Fat 7.1Carbs Akiyama Tsukemono California Akiyama, Nappa Kimchee Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 32kcal 3.6Protein 0Fat 3.6Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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