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Sodium Alginate is permitted by the US FDA. Several countries restrict, warning-label, or have reviewed it for safety concerns. The US has more lenient additive rules than the EU, UK, Canada, and Japan, which is why this ingredient remains widely used here.
Considered safe. No significant adverse effects at food use levels. Functions as a soluble dietary fiber with possible cholesterol-lowering and glucose-moderating effects documented in clinical studies. EFSA confirmed safety with no ADI needed for typical food additive uses.
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