Agar
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Traditional vegetarian gelling agent from red seaweeds melting at high temperatures; key component of red bean jelly (yanggaeng).
Official Category: Emulsifier & Stabilizer (유화제·증점안정제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Restricted
Natural red algae plant-based gelatin replacer
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS plant gelling agent
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
EFSA authorized without ADI limit
Commonly Found Foods
Red bean jellyvegan dessertstart glazesfruit terrines
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Gelatin✓ Pectin
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