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E 650Flavour Enhancers

Zinc acetate

Characteristics

Additive NameZinc acetate
E No.E 650
TypeIndividual Substance
In plain language

A zinc salt used almost exclusively in chewing gum, where it helps control bad breath by neutralising odour-causing sulphur compounds. It also delivers a small amount of dietary zinc, an essential mineral. Approved in the EU for this narrow use only. At the low levels found in gum, it is considered safe for most people.

Conditions of Use

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

5.3chewing gum
Maximum Level = 1000 mg/kg

Source

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E 650 - Zinc acetate | E-Number Information