Grace's Synthetic Amorphous Silica: EFSA Safety Reaffirmed for Food Additive Use | WR Grace & Co

Grace's Synthetic Amorphous Silica Safety Reaffirmed by European Food Safety Authority

WR Grace & Co.

上海，2025年3月14日，下午5:00

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has reaffirmed its previous conclusion that silica dioxide (E551), also known as synthetic amorphous silica (SAS), is safe as a food additive under the reported usage and conditions detailed in their report (see "Read More" below). The latest evaluation specifically examined SAS use in infant food (notably for babies under 16 weeks old), confirming no safety concerns at current exposure levels.

Ngempela, i-European Union isive iqinisekisile i-silica dioxide njengomthwali ohambisana nemikhiqizo yokudla nezempilo ngaphansi komthetho (EC) No. 1333/2008 kanye nezichibiyelo zawo. Umgomo "Quantum satis" uvumela ukusetshenziswa kwawo emithonjeni yokudla ezingeni elidingekayo ukuze kufezwe imiphumela ehleliwe, ngaphandle kwemikhawulo eqinile ephezulu. Ucwaningo lwakamuva lwe-EFSA luphinde luqinisekise ukuphepha kwe-SAS.

Synthetic amorphous silica is widely used for its unique functional properties. As a carrier and anticaking agent, it prevents clumping and ensures smooth flow in powdered and granular foods. Its high purity, inertness, and proven performance make it indispensable in diverse food applications.

"EFSA’s thorough evaluation, which involved collecting and analyzing extensive data, reflects their rigorous commitment to safety. At Grace, we adhere to the highest quality, safety, and regulatory standards. This conclusion reinforces the safe use of our synthetic amorphous silica as a food additive," said Juergen Nolde, Global Product Management Director at Grace.

EFSA’s opinions are internationally recognized for their comprehensive, evidence-based, and scientifically rigorous standards. This report’s findings have far-reaching implications for the continued safe use of SAS globally.

Ngaphezu kweminyaka engama-50, i-silica eyenziwe nge-synthetic amorphous kaGrace isetshenziswe ez food and beverages, ekwenzeni amafutha okudla, nasezidakamizwa. Izicelo zayo zifaka phakathi ukuvikelwa kwe-bhira nokucaciswa, ukulawula umswakama ekudleni kwezolimo, kanye nezici zokuvimbela ukuhlanganiswa/nokuphumelela ekudleni okuphakanyisiwe nakumkhiqizo wezokudla. UGrace ubambisene nabalingani bezimboni ukuhlinzeka ngedatha nocwaningo lokuhlola kwe-EFSA.

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