What is E538? Calcium Ferrocyanide Explained
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E538 is Calcium Ferrocyanide — a anti caking agent (synthetic) used in table salt, icing sugar.
What is E538 (Calcium Ferrocyanide)?
E538 is Calcium Ferrocyanide, a food additive classified as a anti-caking agent that prevent powders and granules clumping. A anti caking agent (synthetic) used in table salt, icing sugar. You'll find it in table salt, icing sugar, dried soups and many other packaged foods. Like every E-number, E538 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 E538 found?
E538 (Calcium Ferrocyanide) is found in table salt, icing sugar, dried soups, baking powder, powdered drinks, seasoning mixes.
- table salt
- icing sugar
- dried soups
- baking powder
- powdered drinks
- seasoning mixes
Is E538 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E538 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Calcium Ferrocyanide to harm at normal dietary intakes.
EFSA opinion: Calcium Ferrocyanide — status Safe.
Check the calorie content of foods containing E538. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide.
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E538 FAQs
What is E538 in food?
E538 is Calcium Ferrocyanide — a anti caking agent (synthetic) used in table salt, icing sugar.
Is E538 safe to eat?
EFSA has reviewed E538 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Calcium Ferrocyanide to harm at normal dietary intakes.
Is E538 vegan?
E538 (Calcium Ferrocyanide) is vegan. It is derived from synthetic, with no animal involvement in standard food production.
Is E538 halal?
E538 (Calcium Ferrocyanide) is halal. It is derived from synthetic, which involves no haram sources.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA