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Polyvinylpyrrolidone
Polyvinylpyrrolidone
Also known as: E1201, Povidone, PVP
Moderate concern
PVP is approved as a food additive with specific use limitations. EFSA assigned an ADI of 50 mg/kg bw/day.
Found in
128 products
E-number
E1201
Type
emulsifier, stabiliser, thickener
What it is
Polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP, povidone), a synthetic water-soluble polymer of N-vinylpyrrolidone.
Stabilizer, clarifying agent, binder, and film former in beverages and tablets.
Why it's flagged
- residual vinylpyrrolidone monomer (limited)
- use limited to specific applications
What regulators actually say
"Polyvinylpyrrolidone may be safely used in food in accordance with the following prescribed conditions..."
"An ADI of 50 mg/kg bw/day was established for polyvinylpyrrolidone (E 1201)."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted as food additive (21 CFR 173.55) with specific use limitations and residual monomer limits.
European Union — EFSA
E 1201 approved; ADI of 50 mg/kg bw/day established by SCF/JECFA.
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