The safety of furcellaran and its production is guaranteed by the systematic analysis of hazards and critical points. The production’s compliance to HACCP requirements is under control of Veterinary and Food Board. Strict and careful quality control checks are made in every stage of production from accepting the seaweed to sale. All lots are tested and guaranteed to compliance the specifications and standards.
Furcellaran is classified together with carrageenan (E407) and complies with EU directive 2009/10/EC, Food Chemical Codex and JECFA standards.