E501
E501: Potassium carbonates
No known riskFunction: acidity regulator
What is E501?
E501 (Potassium carbonates) is a acidity regulator used in processed foods.
What the research says
Gives noodles their springy texture.
Regulatory status
| European Union | Approved |
|---|---|
| United States | Approved |
Questions people ask
Is E501 (Potassium carbonates) safe?
Gives noodles their springy texture.
Why is E501 added to food?
It is used as a acidity regulator.
Does E501 make a food ultra-processed?
Not on its own. E501 is not one of the cosmetic additives the NOVA system uses to identify ultra-processed foods.