E1208 · Glazing agents
Polyvinylpyrrolidone-vinyl acetate copolymer
A functional binder that keeps supplement tablets structurally intact.
- Category
- Glazing agents
- Vegan
- Yes
- Vegetarian
- Yes
What it is
Polyvinylpyrrolidone-vinyl acetate copolymer is a synthetic binder used to hold supplement tablets together.
How it is used in food
Keeps a pressed tablet from crumbling in the bottle.
Commonly found in- Food supplement tablets
- Supplement coatings
Health and safety
None known at the levels used; the polymer is not absorbed.
Molecules this large are not absorbed from the gut, which is why they carry very low toxicity and why EFSA generally sets no numerical ADI for them.
Regulatory status
| Region | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Australia & New Zealand FSANZ |
Permitted | Permitted under the FSANZ Food Standards Code. |
| European Union EFSA / European Commission |
Permitted | Authorised for food use under EU regulations (Annex II). |
| United States FDA (Food and Drug Administration) |
Permitted | Authorised for food use by the FDA (often GRAS for standard additives). |
Identification on labels
- E-number
- E1208
Worth knowing
In the EU it is permitted only in food supplements, not in ordinary food.
Conclusion
A functional binder that keeps supplement tablets structurally intact.
References
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