Home
›
Caproic Acid
Caproic Acid
Low concern
Caproic acid is a naturally occurring fatty acid permitted as a synthetic flavoring substance under FDA regulations.
Found in
2 products
What it is
Caproic acid (hexanoic acid) is a six-carbon saturated fatty acid that occurs naturally in fats of milk, coconut oil, and palm kernel oil.
Used as a flavoring substance contributing to fruit, cheese, and fermented flavor notes.
What regulators actually say
"The food additives listed in this section may be safely used in food in accordance with the following conditions... Hexanoic acid (caproic acid)."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Synthetic flavoring substance generally recognized as safe (21 CFR 172.515)
European Union — EFSA
Listed in EU flavoring substances inventory
Scan it before you buy it
Get Ube on iOS or Android — point at any barcode, see what's actually in there.
Get the app