E421 - Mannitol

Group: Emulsifiers & Stabilisers

Description: artificial sweetener and humectants; derived from seaweed or the manna ash tree; possible allergen, not permitted in infant foods due to its ability to cause diarrhoea and kidney dysfunction, also may cause nausea, vomiting; typical products are low calorie foods

Animal Origin: No

Warnings: Possible allergen, not permitted in infant foods, may cause nausea, vomiting

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