Processing Aid · CAS 80146-85-6
Transglutaminase (Meat Glue)
FDA status: GRAS. EU: Approved. No U.S. state has enacted a specific ban yet.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Transglutaminase (Meat Glue) is classified GRAS by the FDA, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it independently of federal policy. The European Union separately classifies it as approved.
The verdict
Transglutaminase (Meat Glue) is classified GRAS by the FDA, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it.
- 4/5
- Low Risk
- GRAS
- FDA status
- Approved
- EU status
- 0
- state regulations
Identified by CAS number, not shelf prevalence
Transglutaminase (Meat Glue): no OFF product match; CAS 80146-85-6 is the lead registry handle on this row.
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CAS Number | 80146-85-6 | CAS Registry |
| FDA Status | GRAS | FDA SAFFA |
| EU Status | Approved | EC 1333/2008 |
| E-Number | - | EU additive register |
| Category | Processing Aid | FDA functional class |
| Composite Safety Score | 4 / 5 (Low Risk) | PlainIngredients methodology |
| EFSA ADI | Not in our EFSA data | 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.
Transglutaminase (Meat Glue): what it is
Enzyme that bonds proteins.
Health Concerns
- Safe. Concern is deceptive use, not toxicity.
Common Uses
Catalog-profile peer axes
Transglutaminase (Meat Glue) among its nationwide catalog-profile peers
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 Transglutaminase (Meat Glue) safe to consume?
Transglutaminase (Meat Glue) scores 4/5 (Low Risk). FDA status is GRAS. No OFF product match yet; the distinctive registry handle is CAS 80146-85-6, so this page leads with the chemical identity row rather than a shelf-prevalence claim.
What is Transglutaminase (Meat Glue) used for in food?
Transglutaminase (Meat Glue) (CAS 80146-85-6) is catalogued for Processed meats, surimi, dairy (Processing Aid); OFF has not matched a U.S. product row yet.
What is the difference between FDA and EU regulation of Transglutaminase (Meat Glue)?
The FDA classifies Transglutaminase (Meat Glue) as "GRAS" while the EU status is "Approved". The EU often applies the precautionary principle, sometimes restricting additives that remain approved in the US.
What health concerns are associated with Transglutaminase (Meat Glue)?
Research has identified the following health concerns for Transglutaminase (Meat Glue): Safe. Concern is deceptive use, not toxicity.. These findings inform its safety score of 4/5. Consult a healthcare provider for personalized guidance, especially if you have pre-existing conditions.