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E 527Acidity Regulators & Anti-caking Agents

Ammonium hydroxide

Characteristics

Additive NameAmmonium hydroxide
E No.E 527
TypeIndividual Substance
In plain language

An alkalinity regulator — essentially ammonia dissolved in water. Used to adjust pH in food processing, most notably in edible caseinates, which are milk proteins used in processed foods. Also known from the controversial 'pink slime' beef processing story, though that use differs from food-grade applications. Generally recognised as safe at permitted levels by EFSA and FDA.

Conditions of Use

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

1.9Edible caseinates
Quantum satis (no max)

Source

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E 527 - Ammonium hydroxide | E-Number Information