zinc acetate
Basic Information
| Field | Content |
|---|---|
| Chinese name | zinc acetate |
| English name | zinc acetate |
| INS/E number | INS 650 |
| Functional class | Flavour enhancer |
| Year adopted | 1974 |
| Approved by | European Union (EFSA) |
What is it?
Zinc acetate is the acetate salt of zinc, used mainly as a zinc nutrient supplement and preservative (antimicrobial), and sometimes as an anticaking agent in salts.
Source
Industrial：醋酸与锌化合物中和反应、结晶纯化
Why is it used?
- Supplies zinc as a micronutrient
- Inhibits microbes as a preservative
- Fortifies products such as chewing gum with zinc
Common Foods
- Zinc-fortified foods
- Chewing gum
- Table salt
- Dietary supplements
Safety
ADI (Acceptable Daily Intake)：Not limited (as zinc nutrient)
Concerns：
- 过量锌有害，需严格控制用量
- 不宜超过每日可耐受摄入量
Usage Standard
China：GB 2760《食品安全国家标准 食品添加剂使用标准》；GB 14880《食品安全国家标准 食品营养强化剂使用标准》
International：
- EU Regulation 1333/2008 Annex II (E 650)
- FDA 21 CFR 184.1505 (GRAS)
- Codex GSFA (INS 650)
- FSANZ Food Standards Code (650)
In a nutshell
Zinc acetate is a zinc nutrient and preservative used within prescribed limits.
Consumer Advice
Zinc acetate is a compound of acetic acid and zinc, used mainly to fortify foods with the essential trace mineral zinc, which is important for immunity, wound healing and growth. It is safe at approved levels; however, excessive zinc intake can cause nausea and stomach upset, and long-term high intake can interfere with copper absorption, so it should be consumed at recommended amounts and not in excess.
Dietary Restrictions
- Vegan: ✅
- Halal: ✅
- Kosher: ✅
Allergens
✅ Free from common allergens
Disclaimer
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