Potassium Phosphite
EATLABEL VERDICT
Caution Required
Daily intake limits or allergy advisory
-5 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Inorganic phosphite salt applied post-harvest to prevent fungal rot and enzymatic discoloration in tubers.
Official Category: Antioxidant (산화방지제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Restricted
Monitored as crop fungicide residue
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United States (FDA)
Approved
EPA/FDA post-harvest treatment allowed
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European Union (EFSA)
Restricted
Strictly enforced maximum residue limits
Commonly Found Foods
Stored potatoescitrus post-harvest coatings
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Controlled atmosphere (CA) storage
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