Comparing E217 - Sodium propyl para-hydroxybenzoate vs E282 - calcium propionate
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How much is e217 in american dollar?
E217 isn’t a currency—it’s a preservative (sodium propyl paraben). Its price varies by supplier, purity, and order size and may be hard to source for food use since it’s not authorized in the EU; request current USD quotes from chemical suppliers.
What is start link method in e217?
There’s no recognized “start link method” for E217. Where permitted, it’s simply used as an antimicrobial preservative by dissolving and mixing the sodium salt uniformly into the product at low levels to inhibit molds and yeasts; note it is not authorized as a food additive in the EU.
Is calcium propionate bad for you?
No—at permitted food levels, calcium propionate (E282) is considered safe by regulators (FDA GRAS; EU-approved) and is rapidly metabolized. A small number of people may be sensitive, but evidence of harm at typical dietary exposures is limited.
What is calcium propionate made from?
It’s the calcium salt of propionic acid, usually produced by neutralizing propionic acid with calcium hydroxide or calcium carbonate. The propionic acid can come from petrochemical synthesis or fermentation by Propionibacterium.
Is calcium propionate banned in europe?
No—E282 is authorized in the EU as a preservative in specified foods under Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008, with set maximum levels. It is not permitted in foods for infants and young children.
What is calcium propionate used for?
It’s a preservative that inhibits molds and some bacteria to extend shelf life. In baking, it helps prevent mold and “rope” spoilage in bread and similar products.
What is calcium propionate used in?
Commonly in bread, rolls, tortillas, cakes, and other baked goods; it’s also permitted in some processed cheeses depending on the jurisdiction. Specific uses and limits vary by country and product category.