Methyl Cellulose
EATLABEL VERDICT
Caution Required
Daily intake limits or allergy advisory
-7 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Thermogelling cellulose ether that sets upon heating; vital textural binder in plant-based burger patties.
Official Category: Emulsifier & Stabilizer (유화제·증점안정제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved thermogelling polymer
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United States (FDA)
Approved
Key binder in plant-based meats (FDA GRAS)
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
EFSA authorized food additive
Commonly Found Foods
Plant-based meatsveggie burgersfried batter mixes
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Pea protein✓ Tapioca starch gel
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