Additives
Vermiculite (E561): What It Is and Is It Safe?
Safe
Anti-Caking Agent · Anti-caking agent
Vermiculite is a naturally occurring hydrated magnesium-aluminium-iron silicate mineral used as an anti-caking agent and as a carrier for other additives. The mineral is insoluble and passes through the digestive tract largely unabsorbed, and food-grade material is processed to be free of asbestiform fibres. It is regarded as inert at the levels used in food.
- Category
- Anti-Caking Agent — Anti-caking agent
- Typically used in
- Dry powders and seasonings as an anti-caking agent or carrier.
- Regulatory status
- Not authorised as a food additive in the EU or UK. Holds Codex INS 561.
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