Sauerstoff
Learn what Sauerstoff (E948) is, why it's added to food, whether it's safe, and which products contain it.
Low concernWhat is Sauerstoff?
Ein Lebensmittelzusatzstoff, der in der Lebensmittelindustrie als Treibgas zum Einbringen pflanzlicher Produkte in Verpackungen in einer kontrollierten Atmosphäre verwendet wird, um die Eigenschaften des Lebensmittels zu bewahren und zu erhalten.
Why is Sauerstoff added to food?
Sauerstoff (E948) is a verpackungsgas commonly found in: Versiegelung von Gemüsekonserven.
Permitted quantity: Nicht angegeben
Is Sauerstoff safe?
Low concern
Keine
Is Sauerstoff banned anywhere?
✓ Not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
Is Sauerstoff okay for kids?
Es liegen keine spezifischen Sicherheitsinformationen vor.
Common foods that contain Sauerstoff
- Versiegelung von Gemüsekonserven
How to spot Sauerstoff on labels
Look for any of these names in the ingredients list:
- E948
- Sauerstoff
Common misspellings to watch for:
- sauerstoff
- sauerstotf
- sauerstofi
- sauer$toff
- $auerstoff
- sauerstoft
- sduerstoff
- sauerstoif
Better alternatives
Keine
Also known as
- sauerstoff
- sauerstotf
- sauerstofi
- sauer$toff
- $auerstoff
- sauerstoft
- sduerstoff
- sauerstoif
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Frequently asked questions about Sauerstoff
- Is Sauerstoff safe to eat?
- Keine
- Is Sauerstoff banned anywhere?
- Sauerstoff is not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
- Is Sauerstoff safe for children?
- Es liegen keine spezifischen Sicherheitsinformationen vor.
- How do I spot Sauerstoff on a food label?
- Look for E948, Sauerstoff in the ingredients list. It may also appear as: sauerstoff, sauerstotf, sauerstofi.
Ingredients change. Always check the actual product label before purchasing. Information on this page is for educational purposes only.