An iron salt used primarily to preserve and stabilise the colour of black olives, giving them that consistent dark appearance. It can also serve as an iron supplement in some food products. Approved by EFSA and generally considered safe at the levels used in food. Found mainly in processed olives and similar preserved vegetables.
This additive is authorised to be used in the following 2 food categories:
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