E210: Benzoic acid
What it does
Stops bacteria, yeast and mould growing.
What it is made from
Synthetic (also found naturally in berries).
Allergies and diets
No allergy or diet concern is recorded for this additive. That is not a guarantee: the source can differ between makers, so check the label.
Can cause reactions in some people with asthma or sensitivity to aspirin.
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General information, not medical advice. Sources differ between manufacturers: check the label or ask the maker.
Preservatives
- E200 Sorbic acid
- E202 Potassium sorbate
- E203 Calcium sorbate
- E211 Sodium benzoate
- E212 Potassium benzoate
- E213 Calcium benzoate
- E214 Ethyl p-hydroxybenzoate
- E215 Sodium ethyl p-hydroxybenzoate
- E216 Propyl p-hydroxybenzoate
- E217 Sodium propyl p-hydroxybenzoate
- E218 Methyl p-hydroxybenzoate
- E219 Sodium methyl p-hydroxybenzoate
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