E 1209 Polyvinyl alcohol-polyethylene glycol-graft-co-polymer

What is E 1209?

E 1209 is the E number of Polyvinyl alcohol-polyethylene glycol-graft-co-polymer. Synthetic polymer permitted as a coating for food supplements in tablet form.

What is E 1209 used for?

E 1209 belongs to the group "Other additives" and is used as glazing agent.

• Glazing agent: Glazing agents give the surface a shiny appearance or a protective coating.

Which foods may contain E 1209?

According to the European Commission's database, E 1209 may be used in 1 food categories and subcategories, each only in specific products and usually with maximum levels. The categories come from these areas:

• Food supplements

Is E 1209 vegan?

Usually yes: the substance is normally made from plant, mineral or synthetic raw materials or with microorganisms. In individual cases, only the manufacturer or a vegan label can give certainty.

Is E 1209 linked to genetic engineering?

No typical link to genetic engineering is known for this substance: it is not usually obtained from plants for which GM varieties exist, nor produced by fermentation.

How does E 1209 appear on the label?

In the list of ingredients, the substance appears with its function, followed by the E number or the name, for example "Glazing agent: E 1209" or "Glazing agent: Polyvinyl alcohol-polyethylene glycol-graft-co-polymer".