Food additives data book - wordpres

Pre-solubilised: shelf-stable solution of glycerin or propylene glycol ideal for use when rapid
dispersion is desired or when powder is unsuitable for processing.
Powder forms: good dispersion and compression properties designed for dry mixes, aqueous systems
and tableting soluble in aqueous, alcoholic and hydro-alcoholic type formulations can be incorporated
into products containing propylene glycol and glycerin oil-based systems will require use of suitable
emulsifiers; most favoured solubility pH 3.5–8.0. Dissolving of powdered form will require moderate
agitation and elevated temperature of solvent to 140–160°C (liquid form could be used in absence of
these conditions)
SYNERGISTS: Shows synergism when mixed with sucrose. Works synergistically with other natural and artificial
sweeteners to provide better overall sweetness and in proper combination can create systems that
simulate sucrose. Works synergistically with primary sweeteners (i.e. sucrose, fructose, and
high-intensity sweeteners)
ANTAGONISTS: Elevated saccharin levels may intensify metallic aftertaste
FOOD SAFETY ISSUES: When heated to decomposition will emit acrid smoke and irritating fumes
LEGISLATION: USA:
FDA – 21 CFR 184.1408: approved for use in foods as flavour enhancer, flavouring agent, surface
active agent at GRAS quantities.
GRAS – with limitations of: – 0.05% in baked goods – 0.1% in alcoholic beverages – 0.15% in nonalcoholic
beverages – 1.1% in chewing gum – 16.0% in hard candy – 0.15% in herbs and seasonings
– 0.15% in plant protein products – 3.1% in soft candy – 0.5% in vitamin or mineral dietary
supplements – 0.1% in all other foods except sugar substitutes when used in accordance with food
manufacturing practices
Not permitted for use as a non-nutritive sweetener in sugar substitutes
Ammoniated glycyrrhizin 473