E907: Hydrogenated Poly-1-decene
Main role: glazing and surface treatment
Also listed as: hydrogenated polydecene
What is E907 (Hydrogenated Poly-1-decene)?
Hydrogenated poly-1-decene is a specified synthetic hydrocarbon preparation used for glazing or related surface functions. Its regulated food uses are narrower than those of common kitchen ingredients.
What does it do in food?
Its main role is glazing and surface treatment. A glazing ingredient acts mainly at the food’s surface. Its role can be appearance, protection, or handling. Different waxes and coating materials have different origins and food-use specifications.
Food and formulation examples
- Specified confectionery coatings
- Authorized surface treatments
These examples describe formulation roles, not a list of unrestricted legal uses. Availability and permitted applications differ by country and food category.
Label names and ingredient questions
Look for E907, E 907, or the ingredient name. Related names and label terms include hydrogenated polydecene. A family code can cover more than one specified form; check the full declaration when the distinction matters.
A synthetic origin alone is not a measurement of risk. Relevant information includes the permitted application, food-grade specification, and actual quantity used.
Is E907 safe?
There is no meaningful personal risk estimate from an E number alone. Food-grade specifications, allowed uses, amount consumed, and individual circumstances all matter. The authorization record below gives the legal scope; it is not a claim that every possible use is appropriate.
A label identifies the ingredient but usually not its concentration. Calculating daily intake requires the amount in the food and the quantities eaten.
Authorization and conditions of use
The Great Britain food additive register lists E907 as Hydrogenated poly-1-decene. This is an entry subject to its stated conditions, not unrestricted permission for every food. The record links to the applicable authorization terms. For an EU product, use the European Commission food additive database to check the relevant food category and limits. Other countries may use different names or rules.