E-Numbers & Additives

What is E463? Complete guide to understanding hydroxypropyl cellulose in your food The Quick Answer E463 is hydroxypropyl cellulose (HPC), a plant-based thickener and stabilizer derived from cellulose. It's used…

What is E312? Complete guide to understanding E312 (Dodecyl Gallate) — a banned synthetic antioxidant with critical data gaps 🚫 CRITICAL: E312 IS BANNED IN THE EUROPEAN UNION E312 (Dodecyl…

What is E311? Complete guide to understanding E311 (Octyl Gallate) — a banned synthetic antioxidant with critical data gaps 🚫 CRITICAL: E311 IS BANNED IN THE EUROPEAN UNION E311 (Octyl…

What is E310? Complete guide to understanding E310 (Propyl Gallate) — a synthetic antioxidant with tightening regulations and data gap concerns ⚠️ Important Note: E310 (Propyl Gallate) is approved and…

What is E464? Complete guide to understanding hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose in your food The Quick Answer E464 is hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose (HPMC), a plant-based thickener and stabilizer derived from cellulose.…

What is E309? Complete guide to understanding E309 (Delta-Tocopherol) — the rarest and weakest vitamin E form, almost never used as a food additive ⚠️ Rarity Notice: E309 (Delta-Tocopherol) is…

What is E308? Complete guide to understanding E308 (Gamma-Tocopherol) — a lesser-known vitamin E form with unique antioxidant properties ✅ Safety Status: E308 (Gamma-Tocopherol/Vitamin E) is safe and approved globally.…

What is E307? Complete guide to understanding E307 (Alpha-Tocopherol) — a natural and essential vitamin E used as a safe antioxidant food additive ✅ Safety Status: E307 (Alpha-Tocopherol/Vitamin E) is…

What is E250? Complete guide to understanding E250 (Sodium Nitrite) — a preservative with critical safety benefits but epidemiological cancer concerns ⚠️ Important Note: E250 (Sodium Nitrite) is approved by…