Watch
E465 — Ethylmethylcellulose
Texture Agent
E465 (Ethylmethylcellulose), a texture agent, is rated "watch": fine in moderation. A modified cellulose used as a foaming agent and thickener. Not absorbed. Yuka moved it from green to yellow in 06/2025.
Why it's rated “watch”
A modified cellulose used as a foaming agent and thickener. Not absorbed. Yuka moved it from green to yellow in 06/2025.
Risk rating: Watch
Mixed evidence or a specific concern (gut, allergy, or contested safety data). Not alarming, but worth keeping an eye on rather than eating without limit.
Frequently asked questions
Is E465 (Ethylmethylcellulose) safe?
A modified cellulose used as a foaming agent and thickener. Not absorbed. Yuka moved it from green to yellow in 06/2025.
What are other names for E465?
E465 is also known as ethyl methyl cellulose, ethylmethylcellulose.