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Phosphatidylcholine
Phosphatidylcholine
Low concern
Phosphatidylcholine is the major active phospholipid in lecithin (E322), which is GRAS as a food emulsifier under 21 CFR 184.1400. EFSA has confirmed safety.
Found in
9 products
What it is
Phosphatidylcholine is a phospholipid that is a major component of cell membranes and a primary constituent of lecithin.
Emulsifier (as the principal component of lecithin); nutrient source of choline.
Why it's flagged
- soy/egg lecithin sources may carry allergen labeling requirements
What regulators actually say
"Lecithin... is generally recognized as safe when used in accordance with good manufacturing practice... it is used as an emulsifier..."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Lecithin (containing phosphatidylcholine) is GRAS under 21 CFR 184.1400.
European Union — EFSA
Authorized as part of lecithin (E322) under Regulation 1333/2008.
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