Additives
Nitrous Oxide (E942): What It Is and Is It Safe?
Safe
Propellant / Packaging Gas
Used as a propellant in whipped cream aerosol cans, where it dissolves into the cream. Safe at the trace levels consumed from food use. Completely different context to its misuse as a recreational drug.
- Category
- Propellant / Packaging Gas
- Typically used in
- Whipped cream aerosols, some dessert products
- Regulatory status
- Approved EU/USA/UK
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Products
Products containing Nitrous Oxide
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