Ingredient

Powdered Onion

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use powdered onion to add a savory onion flavor to foods without the …

What it is

Powdered onion is made from dried, ground onions. Onions are root vegetables known for their pungent flavor and aroma. The drying and grinding process concentrates their taste.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use powdered onion to add a savory onion flavor to foods without the texture of fresh or dehydrated onion pieces. It is commonly found in spice blends, dry soup mixes, sauces, and snack foods like chips and pretzels.

Health notes

Powdered onion is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring. It is a natural food ingredient and is not associated with adverse health effects when consumed in typical amounts. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated onion and its components, but no specific regulatory limits are typically set for its use as a flavor.

Allergen info

Onion is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Powdered Onion

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Better Made Snack Foods, Inc. Red Hot! Barbeque Potato Chips, Red Hot! Barbeque Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 536kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 57.1Carbs Better Made Snack Foods, Inc. Flavored Potato Chips, Barbecue Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 536kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 57.1Carbs Better Made Snack Foods, Inc. Special Potato Chips, Barbecue Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 500kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 57.1Carbs Better Made Snack Foods, Inc. Potato Chips, Barbeque Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 536kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 57.1Carbs Better Made Snack Foods, Inc. Better Made, Special Popcorn, Red Hot Cheese, Red Hot Cheese Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 584kcal 5.7Protein 41.4Fat 47.1Carbs Better Made Snack Foods, Inc. Dead World, Potato Chips, BBQ, BBQ Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 536kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 57.1Carbs Better Made Snack Foods, Inc. Potato Chips, Red Hot Barbeque Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 536kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 57.1Carbs

The B.P. Of Miami, Inc. Complete Seasoning Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers —kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Link Snacks, Inc. Beef Jerky, Teriyaki Other Snacks High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 286kcal 39.3Protein 3.6Fat 25Carbs Better Made Snack Foods, Inc. Special Potato Chips, Barbecue Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 536kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 57.1Carbs

Mississippi Barbecue Sauce Co. Original Barbecue Sauce, Original Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 194kcal 0Protein 0Fat 47.2Carbs Winco Foods, Inc. French Dressing Salad Dressing & Mayonnaise 400kcal 0Protein 36.7Fat 16.7Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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