Ingredient

Propane

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Propane is used as a propellant in cooking sprays to dispense the oil. It …

What it is

Propane is a hydrocarbon, a colorless gas at room temperature. It is a byproduct of natural gas processing and petroleum refining. It is commonly used as a fuel and also as a propellant in aerosol products.

Why it's used

Propane is used as a propellant in cooking sprays to dispense the oil. It helps create a fine mist that coats cooking surfaces, preventing food from sticking. It is found in various cooking sprays and some baked goods.

Health notes

In the US, propane is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a propellant in food. It is not metabolized by the body and is exhaled unchanged. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated propane, but no specific numerical limits were set. At typical usage levels in food, it is not expected to pose health risks.

Allergen info

Propane is not a major allergen. It is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens, nor does it contain gluten.

Products containing Propane

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No-Stick Cooking Spray, Original Rejoice International Corp. No-Stick Cooking Spray, Original Vegetable & Cooking Oils 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Delta Brands & Products LLC Grilling Non-Stick Cooking Spray Vegetable & Cooking Oils 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs OMG...It's Gluten Free, LLC Omg...It's Gluten Free, Fudge Brownie Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 396kcal 7.0Protein 21.1Fat 56.1Carbs Rejoice International Corp. Healthy Chef, Butter Cooking Spray Vegetable & Cooking Oils 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Maple Grove Farms Of Vermont Inc. Original Canola Oil No-Stick Canola Cooking Spray, Original Vegetable & Cooking Oils 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Maple Grove Farms Of Vermont Inc. Creamery Butter Flavor No-Stick Canola Cooking Spray, Creamery Butter Vegetable & Cooking Oils 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs OMG...It's Gluten Free, LLC Chicken With Pasta Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 135kcal 6.1Protein 2.1Fat 22.4Carbs Rejoice International Corp. Canola Oil Cooking Spray Vegetable & Cooking Oils 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Rejoice International Corp. Healthy Chef, Extra Virgin Olive Oil Cooking Spray Vegetable & Cooking Oils 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Up Country Naturals Of Vermont, Inc. Baker's Joy Baking Spray With Flour, 5 Oz Baking Additives & Extracts 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Glicks Food Corp. Non-Stick Vegetable Oil Cooking Spray Vegetable & Cooking Oils 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Northland Aluminum Products The Original No-Stick Baking Spray With Flour, The Original Vegetable & Cooking Oils 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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