How do I spot Butter on a food label?

Look for Butter, Butter in the ingredients list. It may also appear as: butter.

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Butter

Learn what Butter (Butter) is, why it's added to food, whether it's safe, and which products contain it.

Generally recognized as safe

What is Butter?

Tierisches Fett, reich an gesättigten Fetten und fettlöslichen Vitaminen.

Why is Butter added to food?

Butter (Butter) is a fett commonly found in: Gebäck, Kuchen, gekochte Speisen, Saucen.

Permitted quantity: 20-30g/Tag

Is Butter safe?

Generally recognized as safe

• Übermäßiger Verzehr kann zu einem Anstieg des Cholesterinspiegels führen. • Kann bei Verzehr großer Mengen zu Gewichtszunahme führen. • Mögliche Nebenwirkungen bei Personen mit Laktoseintoleranz.

Is Butter banned anywhere?

✓ Not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.

Is Butter okay for kids?

Ja.

Common foods that contain Butter

Gebäck
Kuchen
gekochte Speisen
Saucen

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How to spot Butter on labels

Look for any of these names in the ingredients list:

Butter
Butter

Common misspellings to watch for:

butter

Better alternatives

• Vermeiden Sie es bei Personen mit Laktoseintoleranz oder Milcheiweißallergien. • Nicht empfohlen für strenge Diäten mit niedrigem Gehalt an gesättigten Fettsäuren. • Bei Herz-Kreislauf-Erkrankungen sollte der Verzehr moderat sein.

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Also known as

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Frequently asked questions about Butter

Is Butter safe to eat?: • Übermäßiger Verzehr kann zu einem Anstieg des Cholesterinspiegels führen. • Kann bei Verzehr großer Mengen zu Gewichtszunahme führen. • Mögliche Nebenwirkungen bei Personen mit Laktoseintoleranz.
Is Butter banned anywhere?: Butter is not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
Is Butter safe for children?: Ja.
How do I spot Butter on a food label?: Look for Butter, Butter in the ingredients list. It may also appear as: butter.

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