stannous chloride
Basic Information
| Field | Content |
|---|---|
| Chinese name | 氯化亚锡(deepl翻译) |
| English name | stannous chloride |
| INS/E number | INS 512 |
| Functional class | Colour retention agent, Antioxidant |
| Year adopted | To be added. |
| Approved by | Australia/New Zealand (FSANZ), European Union (EFSA) |
What is it?
stannous chloride (INS 512) is a Colour retention agent, Antioxidant food additive. Used to fix the red colour of meat products, often with curing agents.Used to slow or prevent oxidative deterioration, discolouration and rancidity.
Source
Natural：E.g. nitrites, nitrates and their derivatives.Some occur naturally in plants and animals (e.g. vitamin C, vitamin E, tea polyphenols).
Industrial：Purified.Some are synthesised or purified (e.g. ascorbyl palmitate, TBHQ).
Why is it used?
- Fix meat red colour
- Inhibit Clostridium botulinum
- Form cured flavour
- Delay fat oxidation/rancidity
- Preserve colour and flavour
- Protect oxidisable nutrients
Common Foods
- Ham
- Sausage
- Bacon and other cured meats
- Edible oils
- Fat-based products
- Meat products
- Nuts
- Snack foods
Safety
Safe under strict limits; overuse risks nitrosamine formation and is tightly regulated.Most are nutrients or generally recognised as safe within permitted use; some synthetic antioxidants have scope restrictions.
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
stannous chloride is a Colour retention agent, Antioxidant, safe for use in food production within permitted limits.
Disclaimer
The information provided here is for discussion and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice or an evaluation/rating of any product or ingredient. This information may not apply to you; before using or taking any action, you should contact the manufacturer, vendor, medical, dietary, fitness, or other professionals. If you use any information provided here, you do so at your own risk.