Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose
EATLABEL VERDICT
Caution Required
Daily intake limits or allergy advisory
-7 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Semi-synthetic cellulose polymer forming vegetarian capsule shells and viscoelastic dough networks.
Official Category: Emulsifier & Stabilizer (유화제·증점안정제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved vegetarian capsule shell and glaze
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS for capsules and texturizers
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized under E464
Commonly Found Foods
Vegetarian supplement capsulesgluten-free loavesbaked goods
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Pullulan capsule✓ Tapioca starch
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