Food additive reference
Gelling agents (E-numbers)
Gelling agents create gel-like textures. Pectin, agar and carrageenan are typical examples.
5 additives in this category, grouped by regulatory level. Informational only — not medical or dietary advice; see the methodology.
Questions about Gelling agents
- What are Gelling agents?
- Gelling agents are a regulatory class of food additives. Their technological function is: give food a gel-like texture. In the EU, permitted uses are governed by Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008.
- Which E-numbers belong to Gelling agents?
- Forkin tracks 5 additives in this category, including Agar (E406), Gellan gum (E418), Curdlan (E424), Gelatine (E428). This page lists their regulatory levels.
- Are Gelling agents vegan?
- It depends on the individual additive and its source. The Forkin app shows verified vegan and vegetarian status per product rather than guessing from the category.
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