Quillaia Extract
What is Quillaia Extract?
Quillaia extract is a natural foaming agent derived from the inner bark of the soapbark tree, native to South America. The bark is typically dried, ground, and then extracted using water or alcohol to obtain the saponins responsible for its foaming properties.
Is Quillaia Extract vegan?
Quillaia Extract is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Quillaia Extract a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Quillaia Extract used for?
Manufacturers use quillaia extract as a foaming agent and emulsifier, helping to create and stabilize foam in beverages like root beer and other carbonated drinks.
Is Quillaia Extract safe?
Quillaia extract is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use quillaia extract as a foaming agent and emulsifier, helping to create and stabilize foam in beverages like root beer and other carbonated drinks. It can also be used to improve texture and mouthfeel in various food products.
Health notes
Quillaia extract is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects. Research has not raised significant safety concerns for its use as a food additive.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. It is derived from a tree, but not one of the FDA's major allergens.
Foods that contain Quillaia Extract
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Polar
12Oz Rootbeer Classic
High in added sugars — 91% DV per serving
45kcal
0Protein
0Fat
12.7Carbs
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