carbamide
Basic Information
| Field | Content |
|---|---|
| Chinese name | carbamide |
| English name | carbamide |
| INS/E number | INS 927b |
| Functional class | Flour treatment agent |
| Year adopted | 1965 |
| Approved by | European Union (EFSA) |
What is it?
Carbamide (urea) was formerly used as a dough conditioner in some baked goods to improve texture, but most countries no longer approve it as a food additive.
Source
Industrial：氨与二氧化碳催化合成、结晶
Why is it used?
- Formerly a dough conditioner improving baked texture
- Formerly used to soften chewing gum
- Used as a processing aid
Common Foods
- Bakery goods (historical)
- Chewing gum (historical)
Safety
ADI (Acceptable Daily Intake)：Not established / not approved for food use
Concerns：
- 多数国家已不批准作食品添加剂
- 缺乏添加剂安全评估
Usage Standard
China：中国未批准作为食品添加剂使用
International：
- EU: not authorised
- FDA: not approved as direct additive
- Codex: not listed
- FSANZ: not permitted
In a nutshell
Carbamide was once a dough conditioner but is no longer approved as a food additive in most countries.
Consumer Advice
Urea (carbamide) is a nitrogen-containing compound that the human body also produces naturally when metabolizing protein. In food processing it is mainly used as a nitrogen nutrient for yeast or as a processing aid to support fermentation. It is made synthetically or industrially, contains no animal ingredients, and is suitable for vegan, halal and kosher diets. Approved uses leave only trace residues, it is safe, and it is not a common allergen.
Dietary Restrictions
- Vegan: ✅
- Halal: ✅
- Kosher: ✅
Allergens
✅ Free from common allergens
Disclaimer
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