Additives
Polyvinyl Alcohol (E1203): What It Is and Is It Safe?
Safe
Film Forming Agent
Synthetic polymer used as a coating agent on dietary supplements and tablets. Not significantly absorbed. Considered safe by EFSA at food use levels.
- Category
- Film Forming Agent
- Typically used in
- Dietary supplement coatings, tablet coatings
- Regulatory status
- Approved EU/USA/UK
- Also listed as
- PVA
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