E-number: 242

Name: Dimethyl Dicarbonate
Alternative Names :dicarbonic acid; dimethyl ester; dimethyl polycarbonate; Velcorin.

Function: Preservative, Fungicide
Status: Halaal
Source: Synthetic Chemical.

Health Info!!

Health Code: Green
safe in food use

Uses: Sport drinks, fruit drinks, instant teas
Other Uses: Yeast inhibitor in wine