Ingredient

Macin

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Macin is used by food manufacturers to enhance the savory (umami) taste of foods. …

What it is

Macin is a synthetic food additive, also known as a flavor enhancer. It is produced through chemical synthesis and is not found naturally in foods. It is used to intensify the taste of other ingredients in food products.

Why it's used

Macin is used by food manufacturers to enhance the savory (umami) taste of foods. It is often found in processed foods such as frozen appetizers, popcorn, and baked goods. It helps to make flavors more pronounced and appealing to consumers.

Health notes

Macin is approved for use in the United States as a flavoring substance by the FDA. It is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used as intended. International bodies like JECFA have also evaluated its safety. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Macin

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Zippy's, Inc. California Style Everything Hawaiian Bagel, California Style Breads & Buns High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 267kcal 9.5Protein 2.6Fat 55.2Carbs Palermo Villa Inc. Chicken Bacon Ranch Loaded Rolls Chicken, Mozzarella Cheese, Bacon, Ranch Sauce, Chicken Bacon Ranch Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 333kcal 14.0Protein 17.5Fat 33.3Carbs Texas Star Nut & Food Company, Inc. Tuscany Mix Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 571kcal 17.9Protein 42.9Fat 32.1Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Strawberry Frosting Flavored Frosted Chocolate Cookies, Strawberry Frosting Cookies & Biscuits High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 433kcal 3.3Protein 15Fat 70Carbs Supervalu, Inc. Honey Graham Crackers, Honey Graham Cookies & Biscuits 419kcal 6.5Protein 9.7Fat 77.4Carbs Schulze & Burch Biscuit Co. Frosted Wildberry Toaster Pastries, Frosted Wildberry Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving High in added sugars — 76% DV per serving 375kcal 2.9Protein 8.7Fat 71.2Carbs Kenny's Candy Company Inc. Red Licorice Beans With A Candy Shell, Red Licorice Beans Candy High in added sugars — 38% DV per serving 367kcal 0Protein 0Fat 90Carbs Hickory Harvest Foods Peanut Butter Covered Chocolaty Peanuts Drops And Pretzels, Peanut Butter Other Snacks High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving 500kcal 6.7Protein 23.3Fat 63.3Carbs Uncle Ben's Inc. Spanish Style Rice With Tomatoes & Peppers, Spanish Style Flavored Rice Dishes 139kcal 2.8Protein 1.7Fat 27.8Carbs HP Hood LLC Dutch Country Cow Chow Reduced Fat Ice Cream Artificially Flavored Corn Cereal Reduced Fat Ice Cream With Pieces Of Chocolaty Sugar Cones And Swirled With Peanut Butter And Chocolate Cookie Crumble, Dutch Country Cow Chow Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving —kcal 4.5Protein 10.2Fat 31.8Carbs Marketplace Brands, LLC Jalapeno Pretzel Pieces, Jalapeno Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 500kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 39.3Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Cookies N' Creme Iced With Cookies 'N Creme Icing, Finished With A Chocolatey Pour And Topped With Cookie Cake, Cookies 'N Creme Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 82% DV per serving 476kcal 2.4Protein 23.2Fat 63.4Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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