Fungal Alpha-Amylase
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Biological enzyme hydrolyzing damaged flour starches into fermentable sugars, boosting loaf volume and crumb softness.
Official Category: Bleaching Agent & Processing Aid (표백제·가공보조제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved starch-hydrolyzing dough improver
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS bakery enzyme
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized processing aid; heat-inactivated during baking
Commonly Found Foods
Commercial bakery loavesbrewing mash tunscorn syrup conversion
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Diastatic malt powder
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