Acetoin
Level 2 — Generally safeIn Winter's Dictionary
Acetoin is a flavoring — Flavoring additive and aroma; raspberry, strawberry, butter, cream, cheese flavors
Also: Acetyl Methyl Carbinol
What it does
Flavoring additive and aroma; raspberry, strawberry, butter, cream, cheese flavors
Where you'll see it
Broccoli, grapes, pears, cultured dairy products, cooked beef and chicken naturally; beverages, ice cream, ices, candy, baked goods, margarine, gelatin desserts, cottage cheese, shortenings
What the research says
Mildly toxic by injection under the skin. A moderate skin irritant. When heated to decomposition emits acrid smoke and fumes.
Regulatory status
- US FDA: GRAS
- Notes: ASP
Sources
- A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): occurs naturally in broccoli, grapes, pears, cultured dairy products, cooked beef, and cooked chicken