All additives
E906·glazing agent
Gum benzoin
Safe
Safety Assessment
| Body | Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) | Year |
|---|---|---|
| JECFA | — | |
| 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
Balsamic resin exudate from Styrax benzoin trees; used historically as a glazing and coating agent for fresh fruit. Very rarely used in modern food applications.