Magnesium Chloride (Nigari)
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Natural seawater bittern mineral that precipitates soybean globulins to produce sweet, firm traditional pressed tofu.
Official Category: Acidity Regulator & Leavener (산도조절제·팽창제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Restricted
Principal constituent of traditional tofu nigari
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS coagulant
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized under E511
Commonly Found Foods
Traditional Japanese and Korean pressed tofumineral waters
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Calcium sulfate✓ Natural seawater
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