Quillaia extract is derived from the bark of the Quillaja tree. It it a multi-purpose food additive and can be used as a foaming agent or an emulsifier in foods and beverages.
Quillaia Extract
Found In
- Alcoholic beverages
- Beverages and beverage bases
- Chewing gum
- Coffee
- Condiments and relishes
- Confections and frostings
- Dairy product analogs
- Dietary supplements
- Fats and oils
- Frozen dairy desserts
- Fruit and water ices
- Hard candy
- Jams and jellies
- Non-cola, carbonated soft drinks
- Semi-frozen carbonated and non-carbonated beverages
- Soft candy
- Tea
Also Known As
- China Bark Extract
- E999
- Panama Wood Extract
- Quillaja Saponaria Molina
- Soapbark Extract
The Beverage Bottom Line
Quillaia extract is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
International Assessments and Authorizations
U.S. Food And Drug Administration (FDA)
Generally recognized as safe for intended uses. (GRAS FDA-Notified, GRAS Self-Determined)
This page was last updated on 6/30/2025.