Potassium nitrite
Category: AdditivesOther names: potassium salt of nitrous acid, E249
Potassium nitrite contains low levels of FODMAPs, Histamine, Oligosaccharides and Salicylate. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
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Intolerances
- FODMAPsLow
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)Low
- OligosaccharidesLow
- SalicylateLow
- LactoseNone
- GlutenNone
- FructoseNone
- SorbitolNone
- 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 potassium nitrite affect?
potassium nitrite is notable for FODMAPs, Histamine, Oligosaccharides and Salicylate.
Does potassium nitrite contain FODMAPs?
potassium nitrite contains only low levels of FODMAPs.
Does potassium nitrite contain Histamine?
potassium nitrite contains only low levels of Histamine.
Does potassium nitrite contain Oligosaccharides?
potassium nitrite contains only low levels of Oligosaccharides.
Does potassium nitrite contain Salicylate?
potassium nitrite contains only low levels of Salicylate. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.