E407a
E407a: Processed eucheuma seaweed
Moderate concernFunction: thickener
What is E407a?
E407a (Processed eucheuma seaweed) is a thickener used in processed foods.
What the research says
A less refined form of carrageenan with the same concerns.
Regulatory status
| European Union | Approved |
|---|---|
| United States | Approved |
Questions people ask
Is E407a (Processed eucheuma seaweed) safe?
A less refined form of carrageenan with the same concerns.
Why is E407a added to food?
It is used as a thickener.
Does E407a make a food ultra-processed?
Yes. Under the NOVA system, cosmetic additives such as E407a mark a food as ultra-processed.