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E 534Acidity Regulators & Anti-caking Agents

Iron (III) meso-Tartrate

Characteristics

Additive NameIron (III) meso-Tartrate
E No.E 534
TypeIndividual Substance
In plain language

A iron-based mineral salt used as a nutrient supplement, primarily in table salt and salt substitutes. It provides a source of dietary iron, which is essential for red blood cell production and oxygen transport in the body. Authorised in a very limited number of food categories. Generally considered safe at permitted levels. It is a straightforward mineral compound with a clear nutritional purpose rather than a functional additive role.

Conditions of Use

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

12.1.1Salt
Maximum Level = 110 mg/kg
Footnote 92: Expressed on dry matter
12.1.2alt substitutes
Maximum Level = 110 mg/kg
Footnote 92: Expressed on dry matter

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E 534 - Iron (III) meso-Tartrate | E-Number Information