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Carbamide
Carbamide
Also known as: E927b, urea
Low concern
E927b (urea/carbamide) is authorized in the EU specifically for chewing gum at quantum satis levels. It is a normal end product of human protein metabolism.
Found in
52 products
E-number
E927b
What it is
Carbamide (urea), an organic compound used in chewing gum as a flavor/buffering agent and in yeast nutrition.
Flavor enhancer/yeast nutrient/breath freshener in chewing gum.
Why it's flagged
- limited authorized uses
What regulators actually say
"E 927b urea is authorised in chewing gum at quantum satis."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Not listed as food additive in U.S.
European Union — EFSA
Authorized for chewing gum (Regulation EC 1333/2008 Annex II)
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