Food Additive · EU 312
Dodecyl Gallate
FDA status: Approved. EU: Approved. No U.S. state has enacted a specific ban yet.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Dodecyl Gallate 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.
The verdict
Dodecyl Gallate is FDA-approved, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it.
- 4/5
- Low Risk
- Approved
- FDA status
- Approved
- EU status
- 0
- state regulations
E-number regulatory snapshot
Dodecyl Gallate: no OFF product match; EU code 312 is the standout identifier.
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| E-Number | 312 | EU additive register |
| FDA Status | Approved | FDA SAFFA |
| EU Status | Approved | EC 1333/2008 |
| CAS Number | - | CAS Registry |
| Category | Food Additive | 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 | 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 Dodecyl Gallate?
Dodecyl Gallate is a food additive (312) classified as food additive.
Health Concerns
- EFSA evaluation: Scientific Opinion on the re-evaluation of dodecyl gallate -E 312- as a food additive
Common Uses
Catalog-profile peer axes
Nationwide catalog-profile peers for Dodecyl Gallate
Product-count (0) 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 Dodecyl Gallate safe to consume?
Dodecyl Gallate scores 4/5 (Low Risk). FDA status is Approved. No OFF product match yet; EU additive code 312 is the standout identifier on this row.
What is Dodecyl Gallate used for in food?
Dodecyl Gallate (312) is catalogued for Various processed foods; treat uses as SAFFA class, not shelf count.
What health concerns are associated with Dodecyl Gallate?
Research has identified the following health concerns for Dodecyl Gallate: EFSA evaluation: Scientific Opinion on the re-evaluation of dodecyl gallate -E 312- as a food additive. These findings inform its safety score of 4/5. Consult a healthcare provider for personalized guidance, especially if you have pre-existing conditions.