Microcrystalline cellulose
Function: Carrier
E460I is the European food-additive number for Microcrystalline cellulose, a carrier — used to dissolve, dilute or otherwise carry another additive. Microcrystalline cellulose (E460i) is a carrier used as a food additive.
What is E460I used for?
Microcrystalline cellulose (E460I) is a carrier — used to dissolve, dilute or otherwise carry another additive. It is added during food production for a technological purpose rather than for nutrition.
Is E460I safe or restricted?
E460I is approved for use in the EU. It sits among the additives EFSA keeps under ongoing review as new evidence is published. Forkin classifies it as “Under monitoring” and does not make health claims. See the methodology for how regulatory levels are assigned.
Frequently asked questions about E460I
- What is E460I?
- E460I is the E-number for Microcrystalline cellulose, a carrier — used to dissolve, dilute or otherwise carry another additive. Microcrystalline cellulose (E460i) is a carrier used as a food additive.
- What is E460I used for?
- Microcrystalline cellulose (E460I) is a carrier — used to dissolve, dilute or otherwise carry another additive. Manufacturers add it during processing rather than for nutrition. The Forkin app shows which products in your scan history actually contain it.
- Is E460I vegan or vegetarian?
- It depends on the source. Many additives can be produced from plant, mineral, or animal-derived raw materials, and the ingredient list rarely states which was used. The Forkin app shows the verified vegan and vegetarian status per product where it's known, instead of a blanket guess.
- Is E460I safe, and is it banned anywhere?
- E460I is approved for use in the EU. It sits among the additives EFSA keeps under ongoing review as new evidence is published. Forkin classifies it as "Under monitoring" and does not make health claims — see the methodology page for how regulatory levels are assigned, and the Forkin app for the full profile, including acceptable daily intake (ADI) and restrictions by country.
See the full profile in Forkin
The Forkin app surfaces the full regulatory profile of E460I — acceptable daily intake (ADI), restrictions by country, vegan/vegetarian status, alternative names, and which products in your scan history contain it.