Potassium Nitrate
EATLABEL VERDICT
High Risk
Regulatory scrutiny or health hazard identified
-15 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Historic curing saltpeter used in traditional European aged charcuterie.
Official Category: Synthetic Preservative (합성보존료)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Permitted in cured meats and cheese
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United States (FDA)
Approved
Approved curing agent
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Permitted in traditional cured meats
Commonly Found Foods
Dry-cured hamsaged cheeses
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Bacteriocin fermentation
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