E 558 Bentonite

Authorisation expired

What is E 558?

E 558 is the E number of Bentonite. Clay mineral formerly permitted as an anti-caking agent. Its authorisation expired on 31 May 2013.

What is E 558 used for?

E 558 belongs to the group "Other additives" and is used as anti-caking agent.

• Anti-caking agent: Anti-caking agents stop particles of a food from sticking together or forming lumps.

Is E 558 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 558 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 558 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 "Anti-caking agent: E 558" or "Anti-caking agent: Bentonite".