Polyethylene glycol[citation needed]
Basic Information
| Field | Content |
|---|---|
| Chinese name | 聚乙二醇 |
| English name | Polyethylene glycol[citation needed] |
| INS/E number | INS 1521 |
| Functional class | Antifoaming agent |
| Year adopted | To be added. |
| Approved by | Australia/New Zealand (FSANZ) |
What is it?
Polyethylene glycol[citation needed] (INS 1521) is a Antifoaming agent food additive. Used to suppress or eliminate undesirable foam during food processing.
Source
Natural：E.g. polydimethylsiloxane, animal/vegetable oils, fatty acid esters.
Industrial：Purified.
Why is it used?
- Eliminate harmful foam
- Ensure smooth processing
- Improve efficiency
Common Foods
- Sugar refining
- Brewing
- Canning
- Soy-food processing
Safety
Mostly inert, non-absorbable with very low residues, safe within permitted use.
Metabolism：Metabolic pathways vary by substance; generally the material is metabolised or excreted normally.
Concerns：
- Use within permitted levels
- Sensitive individuals should check the ingredient list
Usage Standard
China：依据 GB 2760《食品安全国家标准 食品添加剂使用标准》确定使用范围与最大使用量；具体限值随食品类别而异。
International：
- China GB 2760 National Food Safety Standard for Uses of Food Additives：https://www.cfsa.net.cn/
- Codex GSFA General Standard for Food Additives：https://www.fao.org/food-safety/codex-alimentarius/en/
- FAO/WHO JECFA (Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives)：https://www.fao.org/food-safety/scientific-advice/jecfa/en/
- US FDA Substances Added to Food：https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/substances-added-food-previously-food-additive-status-list
- EU EFSA Food Additives：https://www.efsa.europa.eu/en/topics/topic/food-additives
In a nutshell
Polyethylene glycol[citation needed] is a Antifoaming agent, safe for use in food production within permitted limits.
Disclaimer
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