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E 1505Additional Chemicals

Triethyl citrate

Characteristics

Additive NameTriethyl citrate
E No.E 1505
TypeIndividual Substance
In plain language

A synthetic ester of citric acid, used as a plasticiser and stabiliser — mainly to help coatings and encapsulations hold their shape in solid food supplements. Also used in processed egg products to stabilise foams and improve texture. Considered safe by EFSA at the levels permitted in food. Not a controversial additive.

Conditions of Use

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

10.2processed eggs and egg products
Quantum satis (no max)
only dried egg white
17.1food supplements supplied in a solid form excluding food supplements for infants and young children’,
Maximum Level = 3500 mg/kg
only food supplements in capsule and tablet form

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E 1505 - Triethyl citrate | E-Number Information