AkzoNobel’s Obtains EU approval Ferrazone

AkzoNobel Functional Chemicals has gained approval for Ferrazone iron chelate, ferric sodium EDTA, for human consumption in the EU. According to Commission Regulation (EU) No. 1161/2011 and Commission Decision (EU) No. 331/2010, Ferrazone can now be added to common food products, to dietetic foods and to food supplements. The permitted amounts allow a Ferrazone-fortified food product to be labeled as a “source of iron.” This approval is based on data submitted by AkzoNobel, so only food-grade ferric sodium EDTA manufactured by AkzoNobel is permitted in the EU.