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Microcrystalline Cellulose

Also known as: E460i, E460

Low concern

Microcrystalline cellulose is approved by the FDA under 21 CFR 172.870 and authorized in the EU as E460(i) with no numerical ADI. It is non-digestible plant fiber and considered safe at use levels, though high intakes may cause GI symptoms.

Found in

2,099 products

E-number

E460

Type

carrier, emulsifier, humectant, stabiliser, thickener

What it is

Microcrystalline cellulose (MCC), a purified, partially depolymerized cellulose obtained from plant fiber.

Anti-caking agent, bulking agent, fat replacer, and texturizer.

Why it's flagged

may cause bloating at very high intakes

What regulators actually say

"Cellulose, microcrystalline. The food additive may be safely used in food."

FDA 21 CFR 172.870 - Microcrystalline cellulose — accessdata.fda.gov

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Approved food additive under 21 CFR 172.870.

European Union — EFSA

Authorised as E460(i); ADI not specified.

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