What is E1001? Choline Salts Explained
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E1001 is Choline Salts — a emulsifier (synthetic or animal) used in bread, margarine and spreads.
What is E1001 (Choline Salts)?
E1001 is Choline Salts, a food additive classified as a emulsifier that keep oil and water mixed and improve texture. A emulsifier (synthetic or animal) used in bread, margarine and spreads. You'll find it in bread, margarine and spreads, chocolate and many other packaged foods. Like every E-number, E1001 has been authorised for use in food following an EFSA safety evaluation — though authorisation doesn't mean concern-free, as the safety section below explains.
Where is E1001 found?
E1001 (Choline Salts) is found in bread, margarine and spreads, chocolate, ice cream, salad dressings, mayonnaise.
- bread
- margarine and spreads
- chocolate
- ice cream
- salad dressings
- mayonnaise
Is E1001 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E1001 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Choline Salts to harm at normal dietary intakes.
EFSA opinion: Choline Salts — status Safe.
Check the calorie content of foods containing E1001. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide.
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E1001 FAQs
What is E1001 in food?
E1001 is Choline Salts — a emulsifier (synthetic or animal) used in bread, margarine and spreads.
Is E1001 safe to eat?
EFSA has reviewed E1001 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Choline Salts to harm at normal dietary intakes.
Is E1001 vegan?
E1001 (Choline Salts) may or may not be vegan — it depends on the source used by the manufacturer.
Is E1001 halal?
E1001 (Choline Salts) is MASHBOOH — its halal status is doubtful and depends on the source used.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA