dimethylpolysiloxane
Basic Information
| Field | Content |
|---|---|
| Chinese name | 二甲基聚硅氧烷(deepl翻译) |
| English name | dimethylpolysiloxane |
| INS/E number | INS 900 |
| Functional class | Emulsifier, Anti-caking agent |
| Year adopted | To be added. |
| Approved by | Australia/New Zealand (FSANZ), European Union (EFSA) |
What is it?
dimethylpolysiloxane (INS 900) is a Emulsifier, Anticaking agent food additive. Allows immiscible liquids (e.g. oil and water) to form a stable uniform system, improving texture.Used to prevent caking of powdered or granular foods and maintain flowability.
Source
Natural：Some derive from natural raw materials (e.g. soy lecithin, egg-yolk phospholipids).Inert inorganic substances such as aluminosilicates, silica, magnesium carbonate.
Industrial：Many are made by esterifying glycerol with fatty acids or further derivatisation (e.g. monoglycerides, spans, tweens).Purified or synthesised.
Why is it used?
- Stabilise oil-water emulsions
- Improve mouthfeel and structure
- Prevent separation
- Prevent caking
- Maintain flowability
- Ease dosing and dispersion
Common Foods
- Margarine
- Ice cream
- Bakery
- Chocolate
- Sauces
- Salt
- Icing sugar
- Milk powder
- Instant drink powders
- Seasonings
Safety
Largely metabolised in the gut; generally safe within permitted use; JECFA sets ADI where applicable.Mostly inert inorganic, non-absorbable, 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
dimethylpolysiloxane is a Emulsifier, Anticaking agent, 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.