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E 1202Additional Chemicals

Polyvinylpolypyrrolidone

Characteristics

Additive NamePolyvinylpolypyrrolidone
E No.E 1202
TypeIndividual Substance
In plain language

A synthetic binding and stabilising agent used in tablet-form products — keeps compressed tablets from crumbling and helps ingredients hold together. Found in sweetener tablets and solid food supplements. Considered safe by EFSA and FDA at the levels used. It passes through the body without being absorbed, so systemic exposure is minimal. Very limited use — you'll rarely encounter it outside tablet-form products.

Conditions of Use

This additive is authorised to be used in the following 2 food categories:

11.4.3table-top sweeteners in tablets
Quantum satis (no max)
Colour tablets for the decorative colouring of poultry eggshells’
17.1food supplements supplied in a solid form excluding food supplements for infants and young children’,
Quantum satis (no max)
only food supplements in tablet and coated tablet form

Source

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E 1202 - Polyvinylpolypyrrolidone | E-Number Information