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E235PreservativeLow concern
Natamycin
In plain words
The short version
A polyene antifungal antibiotic — used on cheese rinds and dried sausage surfaces to inhibit mold.
Why it's green
It's widely considered safe at the amounts used in food, so we mark it green. The Safety section below has the details.
Safety profile
ADI of 0.3 mg/kg body weight. Generally considered safe at surface-use levels. Concerns about cross-resistance with medical antifungal use have prompted JECFA to recommend monitoring.
The detail
Educational information only. Not medical or dietary advice.