Fumaric acid
Other names E297, Acide fumarique
Fumaric acid: low in salicylate. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- SalicylateLow
Fumaric acid: an acidulant with no structural relation to salicylate. Present on this axis through the additive block only.
- FODMAPsNone
- LactoseFODMAPsNone
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)None
- GlutenNo
- FructoseFODMAPsNone
- OligosaccharidesFODMAPsNone
- SorbitolFODMAPsNone
- SucroseNone
- TyramineNone
- NickelNone
- OxalatesNone
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does Fumaric acid affect?
Fumaric acid is notable for salicylate. Clear on FODMAPs, lactose, histamine, gluten, fructose, oligosaccharides, sorbitol, sucrose, tyramine, nickel and oxalates.
Does Fumaric acid contain salicylate?
Fumaric acid contains only low levels of salicylate. Fumaric acid: an acidulant with no structural relation to salicylate. Present on this axis through the additive block only. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.
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