All additives
E230·preservative
Biphenyl (Diphenyl)
Limit
Safety Assessment
| Body | Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) | Year |
|---|---|---|
| JECFA | 0–0.05 mg/kg body weight/day · JECFA 1968 | 1968 |
| EFSA | — | — |
ADI = the amount of a substance a person can consume every day over a lifetime without appreciable health risk. Expressed as mg per kg body weight per day. Source: WHO/FAO JECFA Combined Compendium; EFSA OpenFoodTox 3.0.
Scientific Notes
Synthetic antifungal applied to the surface of citrus fruit (oranges, lemons, grapefruit) to prevent mould during long-distance transport. Not authorised as a food additive in the EU since the 1990s. Peel should not be consumed.