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Sodium metabisulfite (also known as sulfur dioxide, sulfite, and E223), is a sulfite that can be widely used in the food industry and is currently a commonly used food additive that can be used as a preservative, bleach, and antioxidant. Its European Food additive number is E223. At the same time, it can also be …

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Potassium benzoate(E212), a chemical compound that is the potassium salt of benzoic acid, is primarily used as a food preservative. It prevents bacteria from growing in foods and drinks, such as sodas and salad dressings, as well as medicines and cosmetics like lotions and deodorants, according to Drugs.com.  This type of preservative also plays a …

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Potassium Metabisulfite (E224) is a chemical preservation agent used to treat grape products, and in the production of beer and wine. The substance helps preserve wine’s color, clarity, taste, and smell by maturing it. Moreover, it has the ability to preserve fruits and vegetables by removing their destructive toxins. Therefore, when used in combination with …

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Sorbic Acid, more commonly known as E 200, is a p-hydroxybenzoic acid. Sorbic acid is produced in many different ways, but the most common forms are created by chemical hydrolysis and fermentation. Its primary use is as a food preservative and antimicrobial agent. Sorbic acid belongs to the group of aromatic carboxylic acids, which are …

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Sodium propionate, or E281 as it is also known, is a food additive with a variety of uses. This chemical compound can be found in baked goods, bread products, soft drinks, and some confectioneries. While propionic acid can be produced naturally in dairy products, processed meats, and certain cheeses, it has a number of health …

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Propionic acid (E280), also known as propanoic acid, is a type of carboxylic acid. It is an organic compound that has the ability to react with other chemicals, and can therefore be used as a food additive to improve bland or unpleasant tastes. Propionic acid has many different uses, ranging from food and medicine to …

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