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E400Safe

Alginic acid

Thickener

E400, also known as Alginic acid, is a food additive in the thickener category. Natural thickener from brown seaweed. Skaren rates it "safe". It is suitable for vegans.

Category
Thickener
Safety
Safe
Vegan
Yes

What is E400?

E400 (Alginic acid) — Natural thickener from brown seaweed.

Is E400 (Alginic acid) safe?

E400, also known as Alginic acid, is a food additive in the thickener category. Natural thickener from brown seaweed. Skaren rates it "safe". It is suitable for vegans.

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