propellant INS 944

Propane E944

aerating agent, extraction solvent — Primarily petroleum/natural gas.

🇪🇺 EU: Approved

🇺🇸 USA: Approved

🇯🇵 Japan: Approved

🇦🇺 AU/NZ: Approved

🇨🇦 Canada: Approved

Scientific Name

Propane (C₃H₈)

CAS: 74-98-6

Data verified: 2026-04-04

Factual Regulatory Reference

This database provides factual regulatory information compiled from official government sources. It does not constitute medical, nutritional, or safety advice. Regulatory status varies by country and is subject to change. Always refer to your local regulatory authority for the most current information.

? Did You Know?

Propane occurs naturally in Natural gas and Petroleum deposits. Many people consume it daily without realizing it's also a listed food additive.

Beyond food, Propane is also used in cosmetics, medicine, industrial applications, household products. Its versatility makes it one of the most multi-purpose chemical compounds in everyday life.

In the EU, Propane has a "quantum satis" authorization — Latin for "as much as needed." This means there's no specific maximum limit; manufacturers use only what's technologically necessary.

Detailed Regulatory Assessment

🇪🇺

European Union (EFSA)

approved Max: quantum satis mg/kg

Authorized as propellant and extraction solvent

🇺🇸

United States (FDA)

approved GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe)

Approved as propellant and extraction solvent

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Japan (MHLW)

approved Cat: 既存添加物

Approved as propellant

Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI)

International Standard (JECFA)

Not specified (acceptable for use as propellant)

mg/kg body weight per day

European Standard (EFSA)

Not specified (no toxicological concern when used as propellant)

Everyday Perspective

For a 60kg adult, this limit is roughly equivalent to consuming:

Natural Occurrence

A colorless, highly flammable gas commonly used as fuel and as a propellant in food aerosol products. Liquefied under moderate pressure for storage and transport.

Natural gasPetroleum depositsProduced during oil refining

Manufacturing

Method: petroleum refining and natural gas processing

Extracted from natural gas or produced as a byproduct of petroleum refining and natural gas processing. Separated from other hydrocarbons through fractional distillation and purified for various uses including food-grade applications.

Applications Beyond Food

Cosmetics

Aerosol propellant in hairsprays and other products

Medical

Aerosol propellant in topical sprays

Industrial

Fuel (BBQ grills, heating), refrigerant, chemical feedstock, vehicle fuel

Household

BBQ fuel, portable heaters, camping equipment, forklift fuel

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Propane (E944)?

Propane (E944) is a propellant used in food products. It is aerating agent, extraction solvent and petroleum/natural gas. A colorless, highly flammable gas commonly used as fuel and as a propellant in food aerosol products. Liquefied under moderate pressure for storage and transport.

Where is Propane found naturally?

Propane is naturally found in Natural gas, Petroleum deposits, Produced during oil refining. A colorless, highly flammable gas commonly used as fuel and as a propellant in food aerosol products. Liquefied under moderate pressure for storage and transport.

What is the ADI for Propane?

The Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) for Propane is Not specified (acceptable for use as propellant) as established by JECFA (Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives). ADI represents the amount that can be consumed daily over a lifetime without appreciable health risk.

What foods contain Propane?

Propane is used in various food categories including Propellant and extraction solvent. It is used as a propellant in these products.

Is Propane the same as LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)?

Yes, Propane is also known as LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas), Propane gas. These are different names for the same substance.