E 456 Potassium polyaspartate

What is E 456?

E 456 is the E number of Potassium polyaspartate. Stabiliser that prevents tartrate crystals from forming in wine.

What is E 456 used for?

E 456 belongs to the group "Other additives" and is used as stabiliser.

• Stabiliser: Stabilisers maintain the physical state of a food, such as an even mixture or colour.

Which foods may contain E 456?

The EU database lists no food categories under Annex II for this substance. It may, for example, only be used in additives, flavourings, enzymes or nutrients (Annex III) or under other rules such as wine law.

Is E 456 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 456 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 456 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 "Stabiliser: E 456" or "Stabiliser: Potassium polyaspartate".