Adipic Acid(E355)
Level 2 — Generally safeIn Winter's Dictionary
Adipic Acid is a acidulant — Buffering and neutralizing additive; flavoring; smooth tart taste
Also: Hexanedioic Acid
What it does
Buffering and neutralizing additive; flavoring; smooth tart taste
Where you'll see it
Beets naturally; baked goods, baking powder, condiments, dairy products, meat, oils, oleomargarine, relishes, snack foods, canned vegetables, beverages, gelatin desserts (5000 ppm)
What the research says
Poison by injection; moderately toxic by other routes; severe eye irritant.
Regulatory status
- US FDA: GRAS
- EU: approved
- Notes: ASP
Sources
- A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): A buffering and neutralizing additive impervious to humidity used in flavorings or baked goods