Title 21
SECTION 184.1265
184.1265 Cuprous iodide.
§ 184.1265 Cuprous iodide.(a) Cuprous iodide (copper (I) iodide, CuI, CAS Reg. No. 7681-65-4) is a pure white crystalline powder. It is prepared by the reaction of copper sulfate with potassium iodide under slightly acidic conditions.
(b) The ingredient must be of a purity suitable for its intended use.
(c) In accordance with § 184.1(b)(2), the ingredient is used in food only within the following specific limitations:
| Category of food | Maximum treatment level in food | Functional use |
|---|---|---|
| Table salt | 0.01 percent | Source of dietary iodine. |
(d) Prior sanctions for this ingredient different from the uses established in this section do not exist or have been waived.
[49 FR 24119, June 12, 1984, as amended at 73 FR 8607, Feb. 14, 2008]