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E 461Thickeners, Stabilisers & Emulsifiers

Methyl cellulose

Characteristics

Additive NameMethyl cellulose
E No.E 461
TypeIndividual Substance
In plain language

A synthetic thickener and stabiliser made by chemically modifying cellulose — the structural fibre found in plant cell walls. Unlike most thickeners, it gels when heated and liquefies when cooled, which is an unusual and useful property. Found in very few products in the EU, mainly powdered and tablet sweeteners.

Conditions of Use

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

11.4.2table-top sweeteners in powder form
Quantum satis (no max)
11.4.3table-top sweeteners in tablets
Quantum satis (no max)

Source

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E 461 - Methyl cellulose | E-Number Information