E232: Sodium orthophenyl phenol
What it does
Used on the skin of citrus fruit to stop mould.
What it is made from
Synthetic.
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.
If citrus fruit is labelled as surface-treated, avoid eating or grating its peel (zest).
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General information, not medical advice. Sources differ between manufacturers: check the label or ask the maker.