| E1105 is a food additive
approved by the European Union (EU).
It is a natural protein that
acts as an antimicrobial
preservative by breaking down bacterial cell walls.
The common name for E1105 is lysozyme.
E1105 is an enzyme present in tears, human milk, blood,
saliva and sweat.
This protein works to catalyse hydrolysis reactions
within the body.
Conjunctivitis can
be caused by a lack of E1105 in the membrane covering
the eye. As with all proteins, E1105 can act as an allergen
to some individuals. Examples of food/drink products that may include E1105:
Egg whites.
Note(1) that the list of Food
Additives (E Numbers) included in this section and listed on the left
is subject to change as more chemicals are added by the EU Regulatory
Authorities. IvyRose cannot guarantee that this list complete.
Note(2) These numbers are also used in Australia and
New Zealand but without the E.
Government approvals
and other regulatory details are subject to change.
This
was added on 20 July 2008. If details are important to you, check
with relevant authorities.
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