Stannous Chloride E512
color retention agent, reducing agent — Primarily synthetic.
Tin(II) chloride (SnCl2)
CAS: 7772-99-8
Factual Regulatory Reference
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Beyond food, Stannous Chloride is also used in cosmetics, medicine, industrial applications, household products. Its versatility makes it one of the most multi-purpose chemical compounds in everyday life.
Detailed Regulatory Assessment
European Union (EFSA)
Limited use in specific canned and bottled foods for color retention. Not permitted in all categories.
Official EFSA LinkUnited States (FDA)
Limited to specific uses in canned foods, maximum 15 ppm in asparagus.
Japan (MHLW)
Limited use with maximum residue limits.
Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI)
International Standard (JECFA)
mg/kg body weight per day
European Standard (EFSA)
Natural Occurrence
This additive is not known to occur naturally in significant quantities.
Manufacturing
Produced by dissolving metallic tin in hydrochloric acid. The resulting tin(II) chloride is purified and crystallized. Must be kept in acidic conditions to prevent oxidation to tin(IV) chloride.
Applications Beyond Food
Rarely used.
Reducing agent in pharmaceutical synthesis, stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide.
Electroplating, reducing agent in chemical synthesis, catalyst, glass production.
Not used in household products.