Ferrous hexacyanomanganate
What is Ferrous hexacyanomanganate?
Ferrous hexacyanomanganate is a food additive that functions as an anti-caking agent. It is a synthetic compound produced by combining iron and manganese cyanide salts.
Is Ferrous hexacyanomanganate vegan?
Ferrous hexacyanomanganate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Ferrous hexacyanomanganate a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Ferrous hexacyanomanganate used for?
It is added to powdered foods to prevent them from clumping together, ensuring a free-flowing texture.
Is Ferrous hexacyanomanganate safe?
Ferrous hexacyanomanganate is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations.
Why it's used
It is added to powdered foods to prevent them from clumping together, ensuring a free-flowing texture. It is most commonly found in salt and some dried food products.
Health notes
Ferrous hexacyanomanganate is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has evaluated it. JECFA has also evaluated it and set an acceptable daily intake. At typical intake levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. It is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
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