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E480⚠️ Caution
Dioctyl sodium sulfosuccinate
Category
Thickeners, Stabilisers & Emulsifiers
Function
emulsifier
EU: Not ApprovedUS: Approved
Notes
Dioctyl sodium sulfosuccinate (DOSS). Approved in US as emulsifier (21 CFR 172.810). Not approved in EU.
Caution. May pose risks for some individuals; limited or restricted use.
Official Sources
- EU Register — EU Register entry for E480(2026-07-01, tier 1)
- EFSA — EFSA OpenFood Tox database(2026-07-01, tier 1)
- FDA — FDA Substances Added to Food (search: E480)(2026-07-01, tier 1)
- Codex Alimentarius — Codex GSFA entry for E480(2026-07-01, tier 2)
Last checked: 2026-07-13