Polyvinylpyrrolidone
Processing AidsCAS: 9003-39-8
This is what the ingredient is.
Polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) is a synthetic polymer used as a clarifying and stabilizing agent.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
Used to clarify wine and beer by removing polyphenols. Also used in tablet coatings.
Here is what food agencies say.
FDA GRAS for specific uses. European food agencies allow it (E1201). Permitted as processing aid.
Here is what research has found.
an FAO/WHO expert committee confirms safety. Not absorbed from GI tract. Removed during filtration in beverages.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Generally safe. Processing aid mostly removed from final product. No significant consumer concerns.
Sources
- FDA CFR 21
- EFSA Scientific Opinion
- JECFA Monograph
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/12/2026