| E211 is a food additive approved by
the European Union (EU) and is used as an antifungal and antibacterial
synthetic preservative
in food products.This chemical is only effective in slightly
acidic conditions.
E211 can also be used as an antiseptic. E211 is also known by the common name Sodium benzoate and,
less commonly, benzoate of soda.
This preservative occurs naturally in cranberries, apples, cinnamon,
cloves, plums and prunes. Allergic reactions to E211 may occur in people
who suffer from asthma, the skin disease urticaria or those sensitive
to aspirin.
Examples of food/drink products that may include E211:
Pineapple juice, fruit pies, margarine, prawns, salad dressing, pickled
cucumbers, soya and barbecue sauce, sweets and soft drinks.
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 16 July 2008. If details are important to you, check
with relevant agencies.
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