JECFA Evaluations-2,4-DIHYDROXYBENZOIC ACID-

Summary of Evaluations Performed by the
Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives

2,4-DIHYDROXYBENZOIC ACID
FEMA No.:	3798
JECFA No.:	908
Chemical names:	2,4-DIHYDROXYBENZOIC ACID
Synonyms:	beta-RESORCYLIC ACID
Functional class:	FLAVOURING AGENT
Latest evaluation:	2001
ADI:	ACCEPTABLE
Comments:	No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent
Report:	TRS 909-JECFA 57/84
Specifications:	COMPENDIUM ADDENDUM 9/FNP 52 Add.9/148
Tox monograph:	FAS 48-JECFA 57/273

29 Jan 03