Ethyl cellulose is a derivative of cellulose in which some of the hydroxyl groups on the repeating glucose units are converted into ethyl ether groups.
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| Country | Status | Matched Term |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| European Union | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Australia and New Zealand | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Philippines | Approved | ETHYL CELLULOSE |
| Austria | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Belgium | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Bulgaria | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Cyprus | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Czech Republic | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Denmark | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Estonia | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Finland | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| France | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Germany | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Greece | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Hungary | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Ireland | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Italy | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Latvia | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Lithuania | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Luxembourg | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Malta | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Netherlands | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Poland | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Portugal | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Romania | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Slovakia | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Slovenia | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Spain | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Sweden | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| United Kingdom | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| Australia | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
| New Zealand | Approved | Ethyl cellulose |
E462 - Ethyl cellulose: Ethylcellulose is prepared from cellulose, the main polysaccharide and constituent of wood and all plant structures. Commercially prepared from wood and chemically ethylated. Many different uses, mainly as thickening agent, but also as filler, dietary fibre, anti clumping agent and emulsifier. Few products, and no longer permitted as emulsifier in the EU. Acceptable Daily Intake: None determined. Side effects: Ethylcellulose is practically non soluble, but can be fermented in the large intestine. Large concentrations can cause intestinal problems, such as bloating, constipation and diarrhea.
E462 - Ethyl cellulose: Ethylcellulose is prepared from cellulose, the main polysaccharide and constituent of wood and all plant structures. Commercially prepared from wood and chemically ethylated. Many different uses, mainly as thickening agent, but also as filler, dietary fibre, anti clumping agent and emulsifier. Few products, and no longer permitted as emulsifier in the EU. Acceptable Daily Intake: None determined. Side effects: Ethylcellulose is practically non soluble, but can be fermented in the large intestine. Large concentrations can cause intestinal problems, such as bloating, constipation and diarrhea.
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