Is e511 the same as Magnesium Chloride?

Yes — e511 and Magnesium Chloride refer to the same ingredient in our catalogue.

Is chlorure de magnesium the same as Magnesium Chloride?

Yes — chlorure de magnesium and Magnesium Chloride refer to the same ingredient in our catalogue.

E511

Hazard level: No known concerns Acidity regulator / anti-caking agent (E500–599)

Firming agent / nutrient source used in plant-based drinks and tofu.

Magnesium Chloride has no known health concerns in the amounts typically used in food.

Score impact: No penalty on the FoodsScan score (FoodsScan scores run 0–100, where 100 is best.)

Found in 2 of 9,912 analysed products in the FoodsScan database.

Regulatory sources: EFSA, FDA

Magnesium Chloride is also known as e511, magnesium chloride, chlorure de magnesium — these all refer to the same ingredient.

magnesium chloride chlorure de magnesium e511