| E200 is
a Food Additive that is approved by the European Union (EU) and is used
as a preservative in food and drink products.
E200 is also known by the
common name Sorbic acid,
and by chemical names
t-2, 4-hexadienoic acid and 2-propenylacrylic
acid.
This chemical acts as a preservative by inhibiting the
growth of yeasts and moulds. At the same time, it does allow
bacterial activity, such as in the cases of processed and non-processed
cheeses. E200 is sometimes used in the production of sweet wines,
but can lead to 'off flavours'.
Examples of food/drink products that may include E200:
Confectionery; Cheeses;
Desserts; Dessert sauces; Fermented dairy products (such as yoghurts);
Fillings and toppings; Fruit Salads; Citrus Juices; Lemonade; Cakes
and bakery
products, Pizza (especially frozen pizzas),
Shellfish,
Wine, Cider; Soups and soup concentrates.
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 in 2007. If details are important to you, please check
them with relevant agencies.
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