Acetone peroxide
What is Acetone peroxide?
Acetone peroxide is an organic peroxide compound. It is produced by the reaction of acetone with hydrogen peroxide. It is primarily used as a bleaching agent.
Is Acetone peroxide vegan?
Acetone peroxide is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Acetone peroxide gluten-free?
It is not a gluten-containing ingredient.
Is Acetone peroxide a major allergen?
Acetone peroxide is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Acetone peroxide used for?
Acetone peroxide is used as a bleaching agent for flour, improving its baking qualities.
Is Acetone peroxide safe?
Acetone peroxide is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations.
Why it's used
Acetone peroxide is used as a bleaching agent for flour, improving its baking qualities. It can also be used as a dough improver in bread making. It is found in some processed meat products.
Health notes
Acetone peroxide is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. EFSA has evaluated its safety and it is permitted for use under specific conditions. It is not considered to pose a health risk at the levels typically used in food. There are no significant controversies regarding its use in food.
Allergen info
Acetone peroxide is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. It is not a gluten-containing ingredient.
Foods that contain Acetone peroxide
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