Asafoetida

Asafoetida (CAS 90028-70-9), also known commercially as Ferula assa-foetida extract, is a resinous gum-derived flavoring ingredient sourced from the dried latex of Ferula species. FEMA 2106.

Where is Asafoetida used?

• Food manufacturing: substitute for onion and garlic
• Processed food: cost-effective flavor replacement where allium ingredients are restricted
• Savory snack seasonings, spice blends and ready-meal flavor systems: depth and umami character at low use levels
• Condiment and sauce manufacturing: background savory notes without fresh allium handling and shelf-life challenges
• Traditional fermented and pickled product formulations
• It allows manufacturers to maintain complex profiles while adhering to dietary or religious requirements.

Good to know: Buyers should confirm carrier composition and resin content when evaluating grades for specific formulation targets.

Commercial specifications

• Powder form typically blended with flour or starch as a carrier to improve flowability and ease of use