Silicon Dioxide
EATLABEL VERDICT
Caution Required
Daily intake limits or allergy advisory
-8 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Synthetic amorphous silica preventing moisture caking in dry powders; monitored by EFSA for potential cellular nano-toxicity.
Official Category: Bleaching Agent & Processing Aid (표백제·가공보조제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Standard anticaking agent max 2%
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS free-flow additive
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European Union (EFSA)
나노 입자 안전성 재평가 진행
Under EFSA safety scrutiny regarding nano-sized fraction
Commonly Found Foods
Powdered ramen seasoningscoffee creamerssupplement tabletsspice mixes
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Organic rice hull powder✓ Calcium carbonate
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