| E285 is a food additive
approved by the European Union (EU).
It is a natural acid that
acts as an antimicrobial
preservative
The common name for E285 is borax.
It may also be known as sodium tetraborate or borax
decahydrate.
E285 is the sodium salt of boric acid. As well as occurring
naturally,
E285 can also be produced commercially from boron. It
often acts as the source of minerals used in vitamin
and
mineral products.
E285 is also used in the glass and textiles industry and in the tanning
of leather.
E285 is thought to be an irritant to the
skin and eyes. It is also considered harmful by inhalation and ingestion,
and may cause
damage
to
the
reproduction
system.
E285 is banned in the United States.
Examples of food/drink products that may include E285:
Fruits and vegetables.
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 good faith on 21 July 2008. If details are important to
you, please check with relevant authorities.
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