Our Verdict: RATING UNKNOWN

Potassium Gibberellate

CAS125-67-7

Insufficient data to assign a rating

We do not have enough regulatory data to assign a safety rating to this additive at this time.

Adverse Events

0

FDA CFSAN

FDA Recalls

0

OpenFDA

United States

Approved

FDA

European Union

Not_evaluated

EFSA

Potassium Gibberellate — food additive

Potassium gibberellate is a plant growth regulator derived from gibberellic acid, a naturally occurring plant hormone. It is used as a processing aid in agriculture to enhance crop growth and development, though it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.

US Status

Approved

FDA

EU Status

Not_evaluated

EFSA

Adverse Events

0

FDA CFSAN

FDA Recalls

0

OpenFDA

Global Regulatory Status

United States
ApprovedFDA
European Union
Not EvaluatedEFSA
United Kingdom
UnknownUK FSA
Canada
UnknownHealth Canada
Australia
UnknownFSANZ
Japan
UnknownMHLW
South Korea
UnknownMFDS
Brazil
UnknownANVISA
China
UnknownNHC / GB 2760
India
UnknownFSSAI
Country data is sourced from official regulatory databases and enriched via AI analysis. Always verify with the relevant national authority before making dietary decisions.

What is Potassium Gibberellate?

Potassium gibberellate (CAS Number: 125-67-7) is the potassium salt form of gibberellic acid, a naturally occurring plant hormone belonging to the gibberellin family. Gibberellins are diterpenoid compounds produced naturally by plants and fungi, where they regulate various aspects of plant growth and development. The potassium salt form is used as an agricultural processing aid rather than as a direct food additive, making it distinct from food ingredients that remain in the final consumed product.

Common Uses

Potassium gibberellate is primarily utilized in agricultural settings as a plant growth regulator. Its main applications include promoting fruit set in various crops, enhancing seed germination, increasing stem elongation, and improving overall plant vigor. In some regions, it has been employed in viticulture to increase berry size in grapes and to improve fruit quality in other commercial crops. The compound works by stimulating cell division and elongation in plants, leading to enhanced growth responses. As a processing aid, it is applied during cultivation rather than added directly to food products for consumption.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Potassium Gibberellate?

Potassium gibberellate is a plant growth regulator derived from gibberellic acid, a naturally occurring plant hormone. It is used as a processing aid in agriculture to enhance crop growth and development, though it is not approved as a food additive by the FDA.

Is Potassium Gibberellate safe?

Potassium Gibberellate is currently rated "unknown" based on FDA and EFSA data. It is approved in the US and not_evaluated in the EU. There are 0 FDA adverse event reports associated with this additive.

Is Potassium Gibberellate banned in any country?

Potassium Gibberellate is approved in the United States and not_evaluated in the European Union. Review the regulatory status cards above for the most current information.

Data Sources

FDASubstances Added to Food (EAFUS)

Comprehensive list of 3,971 substances added to food, maintained by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.

OpenFDAFood Adverse Events & Recalls Database

Public API providing access to FDA adverse event reports and food recall enforcement actions.

EFSAOpenFoodTox Chemical Hazards Database

European Food Safety Authority's open database of chemical hazards in the food and feed chain.

Data is sourced exclusively from official government databases and updated periodically. This page does not constitute medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional for dietary guidance.

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