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E404Safe

Calcium alginate

Thickener

E404, also known as Calcium alginate, is a food additive in the thickener category. Thickener and gelling agent from seaweed. Skaren rates it "safe". It is suitable for vegans.

Category
Thickener
Safety
Safe
Vegan
Yes

What is E404?

E404 (Calcium alginate) — Thickener and gelling agent from seaweed.

Is E404 (Calcium alginate) safe?

E404, also known as Calcium alginate, is a food additive in the thickener category. Thickener and gelling agent from seaweed. Skaren rates it "safe". It is suitable for vegans.

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