E215

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E-numbers (Preservatives).

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E215 is a food additive approved by the European Union (EU) and is used as an antifungal and antibacterial synthetic preservative in food products and cosmetics.

E215 is also known by the chemical name sodium ethyl p-hydroxybenzoate.

This preservative is banned in Australia.

Examples of food and drink products that sometimes include E215:

• cheese
• margarine
• relishes
• salad dressings
• medicines

Note⁽¹⁾ The list of Food Additives (E Numbers) included in this section is subject to change as chemicals are added or removed by regulatory authorities. IvyRose cannot guarantee that this list is complete or that all details are up to date.

Note⁽²⁾ These numbers are also used in Australia and New Zealand but without the E.

Government approvals and other regulatory details are subject to change.

Regulatory approvals and advice can change over time.

This was added in 2007-08. For current details please check with the relevant authorities.