E 943a Butane

What is E 943a?

E 943a is the E number of Butane. Gas permitted only as a propellant in sprays of cooking oil or release emulsions.

What is E 943a used for?

E 943a belongs to the group "Other additives" and is used as propellant.

• Propellant: Propellants expel a food from its container, such as aerosol cream.

Which foods may contain E 943a?

According to the European Commission's database, E 943a may be used in 1 food categories and subcategories, each only in specific products and usually with maximum levels. The categories come from these areas:

• Fats and oils and fat and oil emulsions

Is E 943a vegan?

Usually yes: the substance is normally made from plant, mineral or synthetic raw materials or with microorganisms. In individual cases, only the manufacturer or a vegan label can give certainty.

Is E 943a linked to genetic engineering?

No typical link to genetic engineering is known for this substance: it is not usually obtained from plants for which GM varieties exist, nor produced by fermentation.

How does E 943a appear on the label?

In the list of ingredients, the substance appears with its function, followed by the E number or the name, for example "Propellant: E 943a" or "Propellant: Butane".