Perlite (Filter Aid)
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Expanded volcanic rock forming microscopic honeycomb filter cakes that clarify fruit juices and craft beers.
Official Category: Bleaching Agent & Processing Aid (표백제·가공보조제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved volcanic glass filtration aid
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS processing aid
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized filtering agent
Commonly Found Foods
Clear apple juice pressingcraft brewery filtrationwine finishing
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Centrifugal clarification
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