E Number
|
E553a |
Name
|
Magnesium silicate |
Class
|
Others |
Groups
|
Silicon dioxide — silicates |
Additional details
|
Anti-caking agent |
Origin
|
Natural |
Common sources
|
|
Common applications
|
White rice |
Observations
|
May lead to stomach cancer |
Evaluation
|
To avoid |
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Conditions of use in food categories
Category Number
|
Category Name
|
Maximum Level (mg/l or mg/kg as appropriate)
|
Details
|
Restrictions/exceptions
|
05.3
| Chewing gum | quantum satis | | surface treatment only |