What is E468? Crosslinked Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Explained
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E468 is Crosslinked Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose — a thickener (plant) used in soups and gravies, yoghurts.
What is E468 (Crosslinked Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose)?
E468 is Crosslinked Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose, a food additive classified as a thickeners & gelling agent that thicken and gel foods. A thickener (plant) used in soups and gravies, yoghurts. You'll find it in soups and gravies, yoghurts, jams and many other packaged foods. Like every E-number, E468 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 E468 found?
E468 (Crosslinked Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose) is found in soups and gravies, yoghurts, jams, ready meals, salad dressings, ice cream.
- soups and gravies
- yoghurts
- jams
- ready meals
- salad dressings
- ice cream
Is E468 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E468 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Crosslinked Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose to harm at normal dietary intakes.
EFSA opinion: Crosslinked Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose — status Safe.
Check the calorie content of foods containing E468. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide.
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E468 FAQs
What is E468 in food?
E468 is Crosslinked Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose — a thickener (plant) used in soups and gravies, yoghurts.
Is E468 safe to eat?
EFSA has reviewed E468 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Crosslinked Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose to harm at normal dietary intakes.
Is E468 vegan?
E468 (Crosslinked Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose) is vegan. It is derived from plant, with no animal involvement in standard food production.
Is E468 halal?
E468 (Crosslinked Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose) is halal. It is derived from plant, which involves no haram sources.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA