Ethylene oxide in xanthan gum used in functional mixtures of additives
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Categoría
- food additives and flavourings
- Origin
- Ireland *** Sweden *** United Kingdom
- Notifier
- France
What is this? Xanthan gum is a thickener used in some foods. A small amount of ethylene oxide, a chemical, was found in some batches.
What's happening? Some xanthan gum products may have unsafe levels of ethylene oxide. These batches were sold in many countries.
Does this affect me? If you bought foods with thickeners or additives, you might be affected. Check labels for xanthan gum.
What should I do? Stop eating the product if you find it. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel unwell.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: food additives and flavourings · Origin: Ireland *** Sweden *** United Kingdom · Notifier: France
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