Emulsifier · EU 403
Ammonium Alginate
FDA status: Approved. EU: Approved. No U.S. state has enacted a specific ban yet.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Ammonium Alginate is FDA-approved, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it independently of federal policy. Its composite safety score is 4 out of 5 (Low Risk), and the European Union separately classifies it as approved. By tracked product count it ranks #298 of 417.
- #298 of 417 by tracked product prevalence
The verdict
Ammonium Alginate is FDA-approved, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it. By Open Food Facts product count it sits #298 of 417 among additives with tracked product presence (20th percentile).
- 4/5
- Low Risk
- Approved
- FDA status
- #298 of 417
- product-prevalence rank
- 0
- state regulations
Regulatory snapshot
Ammonium Alginate: composite 4/5 (Low Risk) with FDA Approved and EU Approved.
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| FDA Status | Approved | FDA SAFFA |
| EU Status | Approved | EC 1333/2008 |
| E-Number | 403 | EU additive register |
| CAS Number | - | CAS Registry |
| Category | Emulsifier | FDA functional class |
| Composite Safety Score | 4 / 5 (Low Risk) | PlainIngredients methodology |
| EFSA ADI | Not established | EFSA scientific opinion |
| U.S. State Actions | 0 states | State legislative records |
| Tracked Products | 3 | Open Food Facts (US) |
Values reflect official agency classifications as published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the European Union's regulatory framework. See our methodology for scoring details.
What is Ammonium Alginate?
Ammonium Alginate is a food additive (403) classified as emulsifier.
Health Concerns
- EFSA evaluation: Re‐evaluation of alginic acid and its sodium, potassium, ammonium and calcium salts -E 400–E 404- as food additives
Common Uses
Catalog-profile peer axes
Nationwide catalog-profile peers for Ammonium Alginate
Product-count (3) and safety-score (4/5) peer columns, disjoint link sets.
Score 4/5 peers (≥50 OFF products)
Nearest other additives by PlainIngredients safety score (floored at ≥50 tracked products), distinct from the count row.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ammonium Alginate safe to consume?
Ammonium Alginate scores 4/5 (Low Risk). FDA status is Approved. In the lower-concern band the federal listing is the primary signal; EU status is Approved. Moderation still applies to any additive.
What is Ammonium Alginate used for in food?
Ammonium Alginate is commonly used as: Sauces, dressings, baked goods, ice cream. It belongs to the Emulsifier category of food additives.
Where does Ammonium Alginate sit among food additives PlainIngredients tracks?
Among additives with at least one tracked product, it ranks #298 of 417 by Open Food Facts product count. See /methodology#corpus-placement for the ranking bases.
What health concerns are associated with Ammonium Alginate?
Research has identified the following health concerns for Ammonium Alginate: EFSA evaluation: Re‐evaluation of alginic acid and its sodium, potassium, ammonium and calcium salts -E 400–E 404- as food additives. These findings inform its safety score of 4/5. Consult a healthcare provider for personalized guidance, especially if you have pre-existing conditions.