Flour treatment agents · E900–E999
E910, also known as L-cysteine, is a flour treatment agents food additive. Dough conditioner, often derived from human hair or duck feathers. Skaren rates it “moderate”. It is not suitable for vegans.
What is E910?
A wax ester is an ester of a fatty acid and a fatty alcohol. Wax esters are the main components of three commercially important waxes: carnauba wax, candelilla wax, and beeswax. E910 sits in the E900–E999 series, which in the EU classification mainly covers glazing agents, gases and sweeteners.
What is E910 used for?
E910 belongs to the flour treatment agents group. Flour treatment agents improve the baking properties of flour.
Is E910 safe?
E910 is rated “moderate”. It is approved for use in food, but some people prefer to limit it. “Moderate” means it is approved, but is debated or something some people prefer to limit.
How E910 appears on labels
On food packaging you'll find E910 either as the number “E910” or by the name “L-cysteine” in the ingredient list, often after its function. Ingredients are listed in descending order by weight, so an additive near the end is present only in small amounts.
Is E910 vegan?
No, E910 is animal-derived and not suitable for vegans.
This information is for guidance only and is not medical advice.
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