E579

Ferrous gluconate

E Number E579
Name Ferrous gluconate
Class Others
Groups
Additional details Stabilizer, acidity regulator
Origin Synthetic
Common applications Black olive
Observations No adverse effects were observed
Evaluation Innocuous

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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
04.2.2 Fruit and vegetables in vinegar, oil, or brine150Expressed as Feonly olives darkened by oxidation
04.2.3 Canned or bottled fruit and vegetables150Expressed as Feonly olives darkened by oxidation