E460
E460: Cellulose
No known riskFunction: thickener
What is E460?
E460 (Cellulose) is a thickener used in processed foods.
What the research says
Plant fibre used as a bulking and anti-caking agent.
Regulatory status
| European Union | Approved |
|---|---|
| United States | Approved |
Questions people ask
Is E460 (Cellulose) safe?
Plant fibre used as a bulking and anti-caking agent.
Why is E460 added to food?
It is used as a thickener.
Does E460 make a food ultra-processed?
Yes. Under the NOVA system, cosmetic additives such as E460 mark a food as ultra-processed.