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Succystearin – E446

Toxicity: In Review What is Succystearin E446 E446 is a food additive that belongs to the category of emulsifiers and stabilizers. Its description is based on its properties and origin. Properties: – E446 comes in the form of white powder or crystals. – It is soluble in water and partially

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Diphosphates – E450

Toxicity: Half What is Diphosphates E450 The E450 additive is a code belonging to the classification of food additives used in the industry to improve the quality and characteristics of foods. Specifically, E450 refers to a combination of two additives: disodium phosphate (E339) and trisodium diphosphate (E451). Disodium phosphate (E339)

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Polyphosphates – E452

Toxicity: Half What is Polyphosphates E452 The additive E452 is known as polyphosphate. It is a substance used in the food industry as a stabilizer, emulsifier and metal sequestrant. Its goal is to improve the texture, durability and appearance of processed foods. Polyphosphate is found in a variety of food

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Mannitols – E421

Toxicity: Half What is Mannitols E421 Additive E421, also known as mannitol, is a sweetener commonly used in the food industry. It is a polyalcohol that is found naturally in some fruits and vegetables, such as algae and mushrooms. Mannitol is an additive approved by the European Food Safety Authority

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Glycerol – E422

Toxicity: Low What is Glycerol E422 The additive E422 is known as glycerin or glycerol. It is a natural substance that is obtained mainly from vegetable oils or animal fats. It is a viscous, colorless liquid with a sweet taste. Glycerin is widely used in the food industry as an

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Curdlan – E424

Toxicity: In Review What is Curdlan E424 The additive E424 is also known as ammonium alginate and is used in the food industry as a stabilizer and thickener. It is obtained from the extraction of brown seaweed and is mainly used in dairy products, desserts and ice cream. Ammonium alginate

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Konjac – E425

Toxicity: Low What is Konjac E425 The additive E425, also known as konjac gum, is a substance used as a thickener, stabilizer and gelling agent in the food industry. Konjac gum is extracted from the tubers of the Amorphophallus konjac plant, native to Asia. It is a water-soluble fiber that

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Konjac Gum – E425i

Toxicity: Low What is Konjac Gum E425i Additive E425i, also known as konjac gum, is a food ingredient used as a thickener, stabilizer and gelling agent. It is obtained from the Amorphophallus konjac plant, native to Asia. Konjac gum comes in the form of a white, odorless powder that dissolves

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Pepsin Peptone – E429i

Toxicity: In Review What is Pepsin Peptone E429i The additive E429i, also known as ammonium phosphate, is an ingredient used in the food industry as a stabilizer and acidifier. It is often added to products such as cheeses, baked goods, processed meats, and dairy products. Ammonium phosphate comes as a

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