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E 577Acidity Regulators & Anti-caking Agents

Potassium gluconate

Characteristics

Additive NamePotassium gluconate
E No.E 577
TypeIndividual Substance
In plain language

A potassium salt of gluconic acid, used as a mineral supplement and mild acidity regulator. Found mainly in tabletop sweetener tablets and powders, where it acts as a bulking or stabilising agent. It's generally well tolerated and considered safe by EFSA. Provides a small amount of dietary potassium, which is beneficial for most people.

Conditions of Use

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

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

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E 577 - Potassium gluconate | E-Number Information