E280 (E 200-299 Preservatives)
Name :
propionic acid
Group : Safe
Warning : No evidence of adverse side effects
Comment : It is believed that all propionic compounds are related to migraine pain. In the native state contained in fermented foods. May be prepared synthetically from ethylene monoxide and carbon monoxide, of propionaldehyde in the fermentation timber, etc.. Produced as a result from decomposition of the fibers of bacteria. Used in the production of bread and other bakery products.