Zinc acetate
What is Zinc acetate?
Zinc acetate is the acetate salt of zinc. It is a white crystalline solid that is soluble in water. It can be produced by reacting zinc oxide or zinc carbonate with acetic acid.
Is Zinc acetate a major allergen?
Zinc acetate is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Zinc acetate used for?
Zinc acetate is used as a food additive, primarily as a flavouring agent and a nutrient supplement.
Is Zinc acetate safe?
Zinc acetate is authorised as a food additive in the UK and the EU.
Why it's used
Zinc acetate is used as a food additive, primarily as a flavouring agent and a nutrient supplement. It is sometimes used to provide a tart or metallic taste in foods and beverages. It is also found in some dietary supplements.
Health notes
Zinc acetate is authorised as a food additive in the UK and the EU. It is evaluated by EFSA for safety. Zinc is an essential mineral for human health, playing a role in immune function and cell growth. At typical intake levels from food and supplements, zinc acetate is generally considered safe. While zinc is essential, excessive intake can lead to adverse effects, but this is unlikely from typical food consumption.
Regulatory status
Authorised in Great Britain (FSA register): England, Scotland, Wales. FSA register of authorised products
Permitted uses in the EU
| Food category | Maximum level |
|---|---|
| 5.3 chewing gum | 1000 |
Allergen info
Zinc acetate is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Zinc acetate
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