Ingredient

Quillaia Extract

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use quillaia extract as a foaming agent and emulsifier, helping to create and …

What it is

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.

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.

Products containing Quillaia Extract

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Dr. Pepper/Seven Up, Inc. A&W, Root Beer Soda 48kcal 0Protein 0Fat 12.9Carbs Root Fiber Dr. Pepper/Seven Up, Inc. Root Fiber Soda 49kcal 0Protein 0Fat 13.2Carbs Root Beer Dr. Pepper/Seven Up, Inc. Root Beer Soda 47kcal 0Protein 0Fat 13.1Carbs Diet Root Bear Dr. Pepper/Seven Up, Inc. Diet Root Bear Soda 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs MUG Soda Soda 34kcal 0Protein 0Fat 9.6Carbs A&W, Root Beer, Aged Vanilla A&W A&W, Root Beer, Aged Vanilla Soda 50kcal 0Protein 0Fat 13.1Carbs LIDL Root Beer Soda, Root Soda High in added sugars — 92% DV per serving 48kcal 0Protein 0Fat 13.2Carbs PepsiCo Mug Root Beer 12 Fluid Ounce Aluminum Can Non Alcoholic Beverages Ready to Drink 44kcal 0Protein 0Fat 11.9Carbs PepsiCo Diet Mug Root Beer 12 Fl Oz Can Single Non Alcoholic Beverages Ready to Drink 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Pepsico Inc. Mug Root Beer Soda 20 Fluid Ounce Plastic Bottle Non Alcoholic Beverages Ready to Drink 42kcal 0Protein 0Fat 11.0Carbs Pepsi-Cola North America Inc. Mug, Soda, Root Beer, Root Beer Soda 44kcal 0Protein 0Fat 12.2Carbs Pepsi-Cola North America Inc. Mug, Root Beer Soda Soda 44kcal 0Protein 0Fat 11.4Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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