21 CFR § 172.866 Food Additives Permitted for Direct Addition to Food for Human Consumption

§ 172.866 Synthetic glycerin produced by the hydrogenolysis of carbohydrates.

Current through Sep 8, 2026 · Read all of Part 172

Synthetic glycerin produced by the hydrogenolysis of carbohydrates may be safely used in food, subject to the provisions of this section:

(a) It shall contain not in excess of 0.2 percent by weight of a mixture of butanetriols.

(b) It is used or intended for use in an amount not to exceed that reasonably required to produce its intended effect.

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