Sodium Hydrosulfite
EATLABEL VERDICT
High Risk
Regulatory scrutiny or health hazard identified
-25 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Powerful bleaching reducing agent; destroys thiamine (vitamin B1) upon ingestion.
Official Category: Synthetic Preservative (합성보존료)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
엄격한 잔류 규제
Must be removed before final product completion
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United States (FDA)
제조 가공보조제 한정
Processing aid only
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European Union (EFSA)
Restricted
Strict residue threshold
Commonly Found Foods
Sugar refiningstarch syrups
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Activated carbon✓ Membrane ultrafiltration
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