A silvery grey powder.
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The function(s) performed by the food additive when used in cooking.
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| Country | Status | Matched Term |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Matching Terms Not Found | |
| European Union | Approved | Aluminium |
| Australia and New Zealand | Approved | Aluminium |
| Philippines | Not Permitted | |
| Japan | Unknown | None |
| Austria | Approved | Aluminium |
| Belgium | Approved | Aluminium |
| Bulgaria | Approved | Aluminium |
| Cyprus | Approved | Aluminium |
| Czech Republic | Approved | Aluminium |
| Denmark | Approved | Aluminium |
| Estonia | Approved | Aluminium |
| Finland | Approved | Aluminium |
| France | Approved | Aluminium |
| Germany | Approved | Aluminium |
| Greece | Approved | Aluminium |
| Hungary | Approved | Aluminium |
| Ireland | Approved | Aluminium |
| Italy | Approved | Aluminium |
| Latvia | Approved | Aluminium |
| Lithuania | Approved | Aluminium |
| Luxembourg | Approved | Aluminium |
| Malta | Approved | Aluminium |
| Netherlands | Approved | Aluminium |
| Poland | Approved | Aluminium |
| Portugal | Approved | Aluminium |
| Romania | Approved | Aluminium |
| Slovakia | Approved | Aluminium |
| Slovenia | Approved | Aluminium |
| Spain | Approved | Aluminium |
| Sweden | Approved | Aluminium |
| United Kingdom | Approved | Aluminium |
| Australia | Approved | Aluminium |
| New Zealand | Approved | Aluminium |
E173 - Aluminium: New to standards, previously not permitted in Australia. Banned in other countries.
E173 - Aluminium: Aluminium is a naturally occurring element, present in a normal healthy diet. It is used in food as a metallic surface coating. There is evidence that aluminium accumulation in body cells could be toxic and linked to Parkinson-type diseases, or that skeletal deformations could occur. Pure aluminium is a silvery-white metal that is capable of taking a high polish, has high thermal and electrical conductivity, has excellent corrosion resistance, is non-magnetic, malleable and ductile. It is the most commonly occurring metal in the earth's crust (8.3% by weight), and as well as being used in the food industry, is also used in the construction and aerospace industries, in aerosol cans and foil. Production of Al metal involves the following: (i) extraction, purification and dehydration of bauxite; (ii) the electrolysis of Al2O3 dissolved in molten cryolite. Typical products include sugar coated flour confectionery, silver coated tablets. Not currently listed for use in Australia. Avoid it. Suspect of being a neurotoxic hazard and been linked to osteoporosis.
E173 - Aluminium: Hampshire County Council Catering Services (HC3S) recognises that additives in food may cause reactions in certain cases and therefore worked with the Hyperactive Children's Support Group.
E173 - Aluminium: Has been linked to cancer.
CI Pigment Metal
Aluminum
Aluminum dust
Aluminum powder
Aluminum pyro powders
c.i. 77000
Collection of sources used to create this food additive summary.
| Source |
|---|
| Codex Alimentarius |
| Food Standards Australia New Zealand |
| UK Food Guide |
| UK Food Standards Agency |
| U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Wikipedia |
Lists the U.S. CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) registry number and EINECS (European INventory of Existing Commercial chemical Substances) numbers when known.
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