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E914Glazing agentLow concern
Oxidized Polyethylene Wax
In plain words
The short version
An oxidized polyethylene wax — a fruit-coating glazing agent with a long shelf life.
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 at the trace residue levels on fruit (typical 0.4–0.9 g/m² on fruit surface). Not absorbed.
The detail
Educational information only. Not medical or dietary advice.