<chemistry> A group of compounds used as food and drug preservatives that is known to evoke a severe allergic response in sensitive individuals. ... Symptoms may include rash, urticaria, angioedema, wheezing or low blood pressure. ... (04 Mar 1998) ...
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This inorganic substance (E223), also known as sodium disulphite or sodium metabisulphite, is a sodium compound of sulphurous acid, two thirds of which contains active sulphur dioxide. It is used as a preservative and antioxidant in food. In viticulture it is added to grapes to prevent oxidation of the must. See also under sulphur
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