Anti-Foaming Agent
Also known as: de-foaming agent, antifoaming agent, defoaming agent, anti-foaming
The specific antifoam agent matters — dimethylpolysiloxane (E900) and polysorbates are GRAS/authorized but with specific use limits. Generic labeling reduces transparency and prevents per-substance risk assessment.
What it is
'Anti-foaming agent' is a generic functional class of food additives that suppress foam formation; includes dimethylpolysiloxane (E900), polysorbates, and others.
Reduces foaming during food processing or in finished products like deep-fryer oils.
What regulators actually say
"Dimethylpolysiloxane may be safely used as a defoaming agent in foods ... not to exceed 10 parts per million in foods."
"An ADI of 1.5 mg/kg bw/day was established for dimethylpolysiloxane (E 900); current uses do not pose a safety concern."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Specific antifoams (e.g., dimethylpolysiloxane 21 CFR 173.340) are authorized; FDA requires ingredient declaration by name
European Union — EFSA
Specific antifoam additives authorized with E-numbers; generic labelling not permitted
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