Additives
Gelatin (E428): What It Is and Is It Safe?
Safe
Gelling Agent
A protein obtained by partial hydrolysis of collagen from animal skin, bone and connective tissue. It forms thermoreversible gels and is digested as ordinary dietary protein into peptides and amino acids. It has a long history of safe food use, and is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.
- Category
- Gelling Agent
- Typically used in
- Gelling agent in confectionery, desserts, jellies and capsule shells.
- Regulatory status
- Used as a food ingredient; not assigned an E number as an additive in the EU. Codex INS 428.
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