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2024-07-31 17:05:26 UTC - HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: B8FB0E01CD6D1C7A6ABB0CD8B73C7EEBF091B12046350071AAE971169249A3C6
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Dimethylpolysiloxane is a widely used and regulated food additive, recognized for its safety and effectiveness as an antifoaming agent. While it was previously used in some fast food items, such as McDonald's Chicken McNuggets, it has been REMOVED. https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/mcdonalds-mcnuggets-silicone-oil/ https://foodadditives.net/antifoaming-agent/dimethylpolysiloxane/ https://www.grubstreet.com/2016/04/mcnuggets-are-going-artificial-ingredient-free.html
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