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Phytic Acid – E391

Toxicity: In Review What is Phytic Acid E391 The additive E391, also known as sodium phytate, is a substance used in the food industry as a conditioning agent and mineral sequestrant. Sodium phytate is primarily used as an additive in processed foods such as bread, baked goods, cereals, dairy products,

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Calcium Alginate – E404

Toxicity: Low What is Calcium Alginate E404 The additive E404 refers to sodium alginate, a polysaccharide obtained from seaweed. It is commonly used as a stabilizer, thickener and gelling agent in the food industry. E404 is a completely safe additive and approved by international health authorities. Its main function is

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Adipic acid – E355

Toxicity: Low What is Adipic acid E355 Additive E355, also known as adipic acid, is a food additive commonly used in the food industry. It is classified as an antioxidant and improves the stability and durability of packaged foods. The E355 additive is obtained through the fermentation of glucose or

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Ammonium Adipate – E359

Toxicity: In Review What is Ammonium Adipate E359 Additive E359, also known as sodium lactylate, is a food ingredient used primarily as an emulsifier and stabilizer in the food industry. It is a sodium salt of lactylates, which are lactic esters derived from the fermentation of sugars. This additive is

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Calcium Malates – E352

Toxicity: Low What is Calcium Malates E352 The additive E352 is known as aluminosilicic acid and is used in the food industry as a stabilizer and acidity regulator. It is a compound obtained from the reaction of aluminum and silicon, and is mainly used in bakery products, delicatessen, dairy products

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