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E406: Agar

Also called: Agar-agar

Thickeners, gelling agents and gums

What it does

Gels and thickens; a vegetarian alternative to gelatine.

What it is made from

Extracted from red seaweed.

Allergies and diets

No allergy or diet concern is recorded for this additive. That is not a guarantee: the source can differ between makers, so check the label.

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General information, not medical advice. Sources differ between manufacturers: check the label or ask the maker.

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