Propionic Acid
Propionic acid and its salts (E280-E283) are FDA GRAS and EFSA-reviewed; the EFSA 2014 re-evaluation found no safety concern at currently authorized uses and use levels, with no genotoxic or carcinogenic concerns.
What it is
Propionic acid (E280) is a short-chain saturated fatty acid used as an antimicrobial preservative against molds and certain bacteria.
Preservative; mold inhibitor.
What regulators actually say
"Propionic acid... is generally recognized as safe when used as an antimicrobial agent."
"EFSA ANS Panel concluded there is no safety concern from propionic acid and propionates at currently authorised uses and use levels."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS under 21 CFR 184.1081 as a preservative.
European Union — EFSA
Authorized; EFSA 2014 re-evaluation concluded no safety concern at permitted uses.
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