Additives

Sodium Sulphite (E221): What It Is and Is It Safe?

Limited risk Preservative · Sulphite

Sulphite preservative. Can cause allergic reactions and asthma attacks in sensitive individuals. Destroys thiamine (Vitamin B1). Must be declared on label in EU/UK.

Category: Preservative — Sulphite
Typically used in: Wine, beer, dried fruit, gelatine
Regulatory status: Approved EU/USA/UK. Allergen declaration required.
Concerns flagged: Possible allergenMigraine trigger

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EFSA (2016) — Scientific Opinion on the re-evaluation of sulfur dioxide -E 220-, sodium sulfite -E 221-, sodium bisulfite -E 222-, sodium metabisulfite -E 223-, potassium metabisulfite -E 224-, calcium sulfite -E 226-, calcium bisulfite -E 227- and potassium bisulfite -E 228- as food additives http://dx.doi.org/10.2903/j.efsa.2016.4438

E220 Limited risk Sulphur Dioxide View additive E222 Limited risk Sodium Bisulphite View additive E219 Moderate Sodium Methyl Para-Hydroxybenzoate View additive E223 Limited risk Sodium Metabisulphite View additive E218 Moderate Methyl Para-Hydroxybenzoate View additive E224 Limited risk Potassium Metabisulphite View additive

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Sodium Sulphite (E221): What It Is and Is It Safe?

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