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E 463aThickeners, Stabilisers & Emulsifiers

Low-substituted hydroxypropyl cellulose (L-HPC)

Characteristics

Additive NameLow-substituted hydroxypropyl cellulose (L-HPC)
E No.E 463a
TypeIndividual Substance
In plain language

A synthetic modified cellulose used as a binder and disintegrant — mainly in food supplement tablets and capsules. It helps tablets hold their shape and then break apart properly when swallowed. Not digested or absorbed by the body, so it passes through the gut inert. Authorised in the EU for a very narrow use: solid food supplements only. No significant safety concerns at the levels used.

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 = 20000 mg/kg
only food supplements in tablet form

Source

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E 463a - Low-substituted hydroxypropyl cellulose (L-HPC) | E-Number Information