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Additives and E numbers in ultra processed gravy products

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Potassium sorbate E202
The preservative that keeps mould and yeast out of packaged gravy
Potassium sorbate, or E202, is a preservative used to slow the growth of moulds and yeasts in some commercial gravies. It extends shelf life but does not sterilise gravy,…
Sorbic acid E200
Mould inhibitor related to potassium sorbate
Sorbic acid, designated E200, is a food preservative used chiefly to inhibit moulds and yeasts in acidic foods. It has the same preservative role as potassium sorbate (E2…