E927b: Carbamide
Main role: texture modification
Also listed as: urea
What is E927b (Carbamide)?
Carbamide, also called urea, is a specified additive with limited food uses. In chewing gum it can serve a technical function distinct from medicines or cosmetic products containing the same compound.
What does it do in food?
Its main role is texture modification. A carrier helps incorporate another ingredient, while a processing ingredient may support a manufacturing step or coating. The final declaration and exposure depend on the application and the labeling rules in the relevant market.
Food and formulation examples
- Specified chewing gum formulations
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 E927b, E 927b, or the ingredient name. Related names and label terms include urea. A family code can cover more than one specified form; check the full declaration when the distinction matters.
A shared chemical name does not mean food, skincare, and medical products have the same concentration or purpose. Apply the food-use specification to E927b.
Is E927b 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 E927b as Carbamide. 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.