E223; Sodium Metabisulphite(in 158 products)
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Functions:
1. Antioxidant - Reduces oxidation to prevent the formation of free radicals which may be harmful to health.
2. Preservative - Prevents and inhibits the growth of unwanted microorganisms which may be harmful
Sodium metabisulphite is used as a preservative and antioxidant in food and is also known as E223. It may cause allergic reactions in those who are sensitive to sulfites, including respiratory reactions in asthmatics, anaphylaxis, and other allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Sodium metabisulfite and potassium metabisulfite are the primary ingredients in Campden tablets, used for wine and beer making. [1]
It is approved to use as food additive in EU. In US, it is generally recognized as safe food substance.
Scientific References:
1. PubChem: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/656671
Regulatory References:
1. South Korea - Ministry of Food and Drug Safety - Prohibited/Restricted Chemicals
- Ref: 878
2. US FDA Food Additives Status List [2018]
3. EU Approved Food Additive [2018]
- E223
4. US FDA Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) (21 CFR 182) [2017]
- §182.3766 Sodium metabisulfite
Safety and Hazards (UN GHS):
1. Harmful if swallowed (H302)
2. Causes serious eye damage (H318)
3. May cause respiratory irritation (H335)
4. Harmful to aquatic life (H402)
5. Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects (H412)
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