Comparing E1201 - Polyvinylpyrrolidone vs E1202 - Polyvinylpolypyrrolidone

Synonyms
E1201
Polyvinylpyrrolidone
Povidone
PVP
E1202
Polyvinylpolypyrrolidone
Crospovidone
Cross-linked polyvidone
Products

Found in 84 products

Found in 69 products

Search rank & volume
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Awareness score

×14.05
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×5.38
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Search volume over time

Interest over time for 4 keywords in U.S. during the last 10 years.

Interest over time for 4 keywords in U.S. during the last 10 years.

Popular questions
  1. What does pvp mean?

    In food additives, PVP means polyvinylpyrrolidone (E1201), a synthetic, water‑soluble polymer used as a stabiliser, emulsifier, and thickener.

  2. What is pvp in gaming?

    In gaming, PVP means player versus player and is unrelated to foods; in this context, PVP refers to polyvinylpyrrolidone (E1201).

  3. What is povidone iodine?

    It’s a complex of polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) and iodine used as a topical antiseptic, not as a food additive.

  4. Is povidone iodine the same as betadine?

    Betadine is a brand of povidone‑iodine solution, so they are essentially the same (brand vs generic).

  5. What does pvp stand for?

    Polyvinylpyrrolidone (E1201).

  1. Is crospovidone safe for dogs?

    Generally yes—crospovidone is an inert, non‑absorbed excipient used in veterinary medicines and small amounts are considered low risk; for dosing or if a large amount was ingested, consult a veterinarian.

  2. Is crospovidone gluten free?

    Yes. It’s a synthetic polymer and not derived from wheat or other gluten-containing grains, so it’s considered gluten‑free.

  3. Is crospovidone safe?

    Yes—E1202 (PVPP/crospovidone) is authorized for use in foods and beverages, and evaluations by bodies like EFSA/JECFA found no safety concern at permitted levels; it is insoluble and not absorbed.

  4. Is crospovidone vegan?

    Yes. It’s a synthetic, petroleum‑derived polymer with no animal ingredients and is often used as a vegan-friendly fining agent in beer and wine.

  5. Is crospovidone formaldehyde?

    No. Crospovidone is a cross‑linked polymer of N‑vinylpyrrolidone, not formaldehyde, and food/pharma grades have tight limits on residual monomers and impurities.