Diatomaceous Earth (Kieselguhr)
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Microscopic fossilized unicellular algae skeletons functioning as the gold standard depth filter for crystal-clear lagers.
Official Category: Bleaching Agent & Processing Aid (표백제·가공보조제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved filtration aid for beer and edible oils
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS beer and syrup clarifying agent
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Approved processing aid
Commonly Found Foods
Lager beer filtrationcane sugar refiningedible vegetable oil clarifying
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Ceramic membrane microfiltration
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