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Konservierungsstoff [E 250]
Sodium nitrite, a preservative used primarily in processed meats to inhibit bacterial growth and preserve color.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated Mar 19, 2026
Health score-4.0
-5Very bad5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Potential formation of carcinogenic nitrosamines during cooking, high intake linked to increased cancer risk, regulatory restrictions on maximum levels
Benefits
Effective against Clostridium botulinum toxin formation, extends shelf life, maintains meat color
References
Waters containing Konservierungsstoff [E 250]
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