Sodium Carbonate
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Key component of Kansui alkaline salts reacting with flour flavonoids to produce yellow color and chewy ramen bite.
Official Category: Acidity Regulator & Leavener (산도조절제·팽창제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved noodle alkaline agent (Kansui component)
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS noodle texture improver
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized under E500i
Commonly Found Foods
Ramen noodlesChinese egg noodlesBavarian soft pretzels
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Potassium carbonate
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