Propylene Glycol

E1520
Hazard level: Moderate health concern Colourant (E100–199)

What is Propylene Glycol?

Humectant and carrier solvent. Generally safe in food; also used in antifreeze at high concentrations.

Is Propylene Glycol safe?

Propylene Glycol is a moderate health concern — best consumed in moderation.

Score impact: −2 points on the FoodsScan score (FoodsScan scores run 0–100, where 100 is best.)

Found in 20 of 9,912 analysed products in the FoodsScan database.

Regulatory sources: FDA, EFSA

Also known as

Propylene Glycol is also known as e1520, е1520, пропиленгликол, 1,2-propanediol, propan-1,2-diol — these all refer to the same ingredient.

1,2-propanediol e1520 propan-1,2-diol propylene glycol е1520 пропиленгликол

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Products containing Propylene Glycol

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