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Benzoates(E211-E219)
Level 3 — ContestedIn Winter's Dictionary
Benzoates is a preservative — Preservatives derived from benzoic acid
What it does
Preservatives derived from benzoic acid
Where you'll see it
Cheeses, vegetables in vinegar or brine, fish products, liquid eggs, carbonated soft drinks
What the research says
Can make symptoms of asthma and eczema worse in children. JECFA noted potential for high consumers to exceed ADI.
Regulatory status
- EU: approved
- Notes: JECFA 1998: potential for high consumers to exceed ADI
Sources
- A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): Benzoates could make the symptoms of asthma and eczema worse in children who already have these conditions