sodium ferrocyanide
Basic Information
| Field | Content |
|---|---|
| Chinese name | sodium ferrocyanide |
| English name | sodium ferrocyanide |
| INS/E number | INS 535 |
| Functional class | Anti-caking agent |
| Year adopted | 1965 |
| Approved by | Australia/New Zealand (FSANZ), European Union (EFSA) |
What is it?
Sodium ferrocyanide is an iron-cyanide complex salt used mainly as an anticaking agent in salt and similar foods. It is stable in stomach acid and releases virtually no free cyanide, making it safe.
Source
Industrial：由氰化物与亚铁盐在碱性条件下络合生成亚铁氰化钠
Why is it used?
- Acts as an anticaking agent preventing salt caking
- Keeps powders free-flowing
- Used in some seasonings and salted foods
- Effective at very low levels
Common Foods
- Table salt and salt substitutes
- Salted foods
- Powdered seasonings
- Some pickles
- Instant soups
Safety
ADI (Acceptable Daily Intake)：Not applicable (evaluated, no limit set)
Concerns：
- 强酸性下可能分解，应避免与强酸共存
- 按规定使用量使用
Usage Standard
China：GB 2760《食品安全国家标准 食品添加剂使用标准》；GB 26878 食盐中允许使用
International：
- EU Regulation 1333/2008 Annex II (E 535)
- FDA 21 CFR 172.490 (sodium ferrocyanide in salt)
- Codex GSFA (INS 535)
- FSANZ Food Standards Code (535)
In a nutshell
Sodium ferrocyanide is a common anticaking agent in salt, safe as a stable complex.
Consumer Advice
Sodium ferrocyanide is a common anticaking agent in table salt, added in tiny amounts to stop salt clumping and keep it free-flowing. The word 'cyanide' in its name worries some people, but ferrocyanide is a highly stable iron-cyanide complex that does not release toxic free cyanide, and it has passed safety evaluations worldwide. Normal consumption is completely safe.
Dietary Restrictions
- Vegan: ✅
- Halal: ✅
- Kosher: ✅
Allergens
✅ Free from common allergens
Disclaimer
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