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  "summary": "Basic methacrylate copolymer is a film coating for tablets and supplements, chosen because it dissolves in stomach acid but not in the mouth — so it masks a bitter taste without delaying release.",
  "derivation_summary": "Produced by copolymerising methacrylate esters carrying basic amine groups.",
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            "ref": "CXS 192-1995 Table One, INS 1205, food category 12.1.1",
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      "name": "Codex General Standard for Food Additives (CXS 192-1995)",
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  "generated_at": "2026-09-08T00:09:38.593Z"
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