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E212 — Potassium benzoate

Caution

Potassium benzoate (E212): same risk of forming benzene when combined with vitamin C as sodium benzoate (E211) — benzene is a known carcinogen.

Nutly suggests occasional consumption only.

Oversight & sources

Flagged by ANSES — France's food-safety agency flagged this additive for re-assessment.

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