Potassium Bromate
High ConcernAlso known as
potassium bromatee924bromate
The concern
IARC Group 2B possible carcinogen. Banned in the EU, UK, Canada, and many other countries but still permitted in some US products. Causes kidney and thyroid tumours in animal studies.
What to look for on labels
This ingredient may appear under any of the following names or codes on product labels:
- Potassium Bromate
- potassium bromate
- e924
- bromate
Commonly found in
Commercial bread, baked goods, pizza bases, pastries
Data sourced from IARC, FDA, EFSA, WHO and EWG public data. For informational purposes only. This does not constitute medical or legal advice.