Food Additive · EU 905e
Mineral Oil Medium Viscosity
FDA status: Approved. EU: Approved. No U.S. state has enacted a specific ban yet.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Mineral Oil Medium Viscosity 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
Mineral Oil Medium Viscosity 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
Mineral Oil Medium Viscosity: no OFF product match; EU code 905e is the standout identifier.
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| E-Number | 905e | 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 Mineral Oil Medium Viscosity?
Mineral Oil Medium Viscosity is a food additive (905e) classified as food additive.
Health Concerns
- EFSA evaluation: Scientific Opinion on the re-evaluation of microcrystalline wax -E 905- as a food additive.
Common Uses
Catalog-profile peer axes
Nationwide catalog-profile peers for Mineral Oil Medium Viscosity
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 Mineral Oil Medium Viscosity safe to consume?
Mineral Oil Medium Viscosity scores 4/5 (Low Risk). FDA status is Approved. No OFF product match yet; EU additive code 905e is the standout identifier on this row.
What is Mineral Oil Medium Viscosity used for in food?
Mineral Oil Medium Viscosity (905e) is catalogued for Various processed foods; treat uses as SAFFA class, not shelf count.
What health concerns are associated with Mineral Oil Medium Viscosity?
Research has identified the following health concerns for Mineral Oil Medium Viscosity: EFSA evaluation: Scientific Opinion on the re-evaluation of microcrystalline wax -E 905- 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.