Thickener · EU 459
Beta-Cyclodextrine
FDA status: Approved. EU: Approved. No U.S. state has enacted a specific ban yet.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Beta-Cyclodextrine is FDA-approved, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it independently of federal policy. Its composite safety score is 2 out of 5 (Caution), and the European Union separately classifies it as approved.
The verdict
Beta-Cyclodextrine is FDA-approved, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it.
- 2/5
- Caution
- Approved
- FDA status
- Approved
- EU status
- 0
- state regulations
Regulatory snapshot
Beta-Cyclodextrine: composite 2/5 (Caution) with FDA Approved and EU Approved.
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| E-Number | 459 | EU additive register |
| FDA Status | Approved | FDA SAFFA |
| EU Status | Approved | EC 1333/2008 |
| CAS Number | - | CAS Registry |
| Category | Thickener | FDA functional class |
| Composite Safety Score | 2 / 5 (Caution) | PlainIngredients methodology |
| EFSA ADI | 5 | EFSA scientific opinion |
| U.S. State Actions | 0 states | State legislative records |
| Tracked Products | Not yet tracked | 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 Beta-Cyclodextrine?
Beta-Cyclodextrine is a food additive (459) classified as thickener.
Health Concerns
- EFSA evaluation: Re-evaluation of Beta-cyclodextrin -E 459- as a food additive. EFSA overexposure risk: high
Common Uses
Catalog-profile peer axes
Nationwide catalog-profile peers for Beta-Cyclodextrine
Product-count (0) and safety-score (2/5) peer columns, disjoint link sets.
Score 2/5 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 Beta-Cyclodextrine safe to consume?
Beta-Cyclodextrine scores 2/5 (Caution). FDA status is Approved. Peer-reviewed flags sit behind the caution band. Check with a clinician for personal use.
What is Beta-Cyclodextrine used for in food?
Beta-Cyclodextrine is commonly used as: Sauces, soups, dairy products, baked goods. It belongs to the Thickener category of food additives.
What health concerns are associated with Beta-Cyclodextrine?
Research has identified the following health concerns for Beta-Cyclodextrine: EFSA evaluation: Re-evaluation of Beta-cyclodextrin -E 459- as a food additive. EFSA overexposure risk: high. These findings inform its safety score of 2/5. Consult a healthcare provider for personalized guidance, especially if you have pre-existing conditions.