Ingredient

Isoamyl Alcohol

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Role in food

Isoamyl alcohol is used as a flavoring agent to impart fruity or banana-like notes …

What it is

Isoamyl alcohol is a clear, colorless liquid with a strong, pungent odor. It is a type of alcohol that occurs naturally in some fruits and is also produced during fermentation. It can be synthesized from petroleum-based chemicals.

Why it's used

Isoamyl alcohol is used as a flavoring agent to impart fruity or banana-like notes in foods and beverages. It is also used as a solvent in some food processing applications. It is found in products like baked goods, candies, and some alcoholic beverages.

Health notes

In the United States, isoamyl alcohol is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated it. At the levels typically found in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects. There are no widespread controversies or significant health concerns linked to its use in food.

Allergen info

Isoamyl alcohol is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Isoamyl Alcohol

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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