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E311AntioxidantLow concern
Octyl Gallate
In plain words
The short version
The C8-ester of gallic acid — a lipid-soluble antioxidant for fats and edible oils.
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 0–0.5 mg/kg body weight (combined gallates). Considered safe within ADI; like other gallates, occasional reports of contact sensitivity from cosmetic use, but rare in food applications.
The detail
Educational information only. Not medical or dietary advice.