Talc
EATLABEL VERDICT
High Risk
Regulatory scrutiny or health hazard identified
-20 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Natural magnesium sheet silicate used as anti-sticking powder on candies; poses grave hazards if contaminated with asbestos fibers.
Official Category: Bleaching Agent & Processing Aid (표백제·가공보조제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
석면 불검출 규격 엄격화
Strictly asbestos-free certified talc only
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS for chewing gum and glazes
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized under rigorous purity criteria
Commonly Found Foods
Chewing gum surface powderpressed tablet candiespolished rice
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Corn starch✓ Microcrystalline cellulose
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