Potassium Hydroxide
EATLABEL VERDICT
Caution Required
Daily intake limits or allergy advisory
-7 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Potassium alkali balancing acidity in Dutch-process cocoa powders and refining edible plant oils.
Official Category: Acidity Regulator & Leavener (산도조절제·팽창제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved cocoa processing alkalizer
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS cocoa processing agent
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized under E525
Commonly Found Foods
Dutch-processed cocoa powderchocolate dessert syrups
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Potassium carbonate
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