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E 1208Additional Chemicals

Polyvinylpyrrolidone-vinyl acetate copolymer

Characteristics

Additive NamePolyvinylpyrrolidone-vinyl acetate copolymer
E No.E 1208
TypeIndividual Substance
In plain language

A synthetic polymer used as a binder and film-former in tablet and capsule supplements. It helps ingredients stick together and coats surfaces for better stability. Authorised only in solid food supplements, so exposure is minimal and infrequent. Considered safe at levels used, with no significant health concerns raised by EFSA.

Conditions of Use

This additive is authorised to be used in the following 1 food category:

17.1food supplements supplied in a solid form excluding food supplements for infants and young children’,
Maximum Level = 100000 mg/kg
except food supplements in chewable form

Source

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E 1208 - Polyvinylpyrrolidone-vinyl acetate copolymer | E-Number Information