| Essence |
Potassium Sulfite (E225) is a white solid inorganic compound (synthetic preservative) used in food to prevent spoilage from bacteria and fungi. It is also used in the making of Sulfite-Ammonia Caramel (E150d) and can be used as a bleaching agent when it comes to sugar production. It can also be used in the production of wine. |
| Names |
Potassium salt of sulfurous acid, CAS 10117-38-1, Dipotassium Salt of Sulfurous Acid, E225, Potassium Sulfite, and others. |
| Sourcing |
It is created from a substance known as Potassium Metabisulfite. |
| Manufacturing |
For make this additive, the sourcing ingredient undergoes a process known as thermal decomposition at the temperature of 190°C. It can also be created by the reaction of potassium hydroxide and sulfur dioxide. |
| Application |
Preservative (synthetic, very water-soluble). |
| Acceptable Daily Intake |
Up to 0.7 milligrams for every kilogram of body weight daily is supposedly the safe dose. But that has no real research behind it. It is banned in the EU and the US. |
| Side Effects |
This thing can bring a variety of different negative effects. These include but are not limited to digestive problems, malnutrition (especially as far as vitamin B1 and B12 go), allergic reactions, and others. |
| Benefits |
None. |
| Studies |
Less than 10 studies on Pubmed. Less than 5 studies on safety. |
| Allergens |
None. |
| Diet Restrictions |
None. |
| Health Knight Assessment |
(Extremely) Likely Harmful. | Category 4 Additive. |
| Products |
It is almost never used in supplements. In food, it can be found with products like various types of wines, vinegar, beer, pizzas, mustards, soft drinks, fruit juices, sauces, spreads, prepared lentil meals, lentils, pickles, pastries, and other foods. |
