What is E261? Potassium Acetate Explained

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E261 — Potassium Acetate
Acidity Regulators
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E261 is Potassium Acetate — a acidity regulator (synthetic) used in soft drinks, jams.

What is E261 (Potassium Acetate)?

E261 is Potassium Acetate, a food additive classified as a acidity regulator that control pH and add tartness. A acidity regulator (synthetic) used in soft drinks, jams. You'll find it in soft drinks, jams, canned goods and many other packaged foods. Like every E-number, E261 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 E261 found?

E261 (Potassium Acetate) is found in soft drinks, jams, canned goods, baked products, cheese, wine.

Is E261 safe?

EFSA has reviewed E261 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Potassium Acetate to harm at normal dietary intakes.

EFSA opinion: Potassium Acetate — status Safe.

Check the calorie content of foods containing E261. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide.

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E261 FAQs

What is E261 in food?

E261 is Potassium Acetate — a acidity regulator (synthetic) used in soft drinks, jams.

Is E261 safe to eat?

EFSA has reviewed E261 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Potassium Acetate to harm at normal dietary intakes.

Is E261 vegan?

E261 (Potassium Acetate) is vegan. It is derived from synthetic, with no animal involvement in standard food production.

Is E261 halal?

E261 (Potassium Acetate) is halal. It is derived from synthetic, which involves no haram sources.

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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA

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