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E281PreservativeLow concern
Sodium Propionate
In plain words
The short version
The sodium salt of propionic acid — a low-concern bakery antifungal.
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 not specified — considered safe. Propionate is a normal short-chain fatty acid produced by colonic fermentation of fibers; dietary additions are metabolized identically. No documented systemic concerns at use levels.
The detail
Educational information only. Not medical or dietary advice.