Nitrogen
Packaging GasPropellants
Safety rating
Generally Safe
Eat Away!Generally SafeUse SparinglyAvoid
Purpose and Function
Nitrogen is an inert gas used as a packaging gas and propellant to preserve freshness and quality in packaged foods by preventing oxidation and spoilage.
Commonly found in
- —Packaged snack foods
- —Aerosol food products
Key functions
- —Prevents oxidation and spoilage as an inert atmosphere
Potential Risks and Side Effects
- 01Generally recognized as safe (GRAS); an inert gas posing no significant health risks