Ingredient · E316

And Sodium Erythorbate

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Sodium erythorbate is used as an antioxidant in processed meats and other foods. It …

What it is

Sodium erythorbate is the sodium salt of erythorbic acid, a form of vitamin C. It is synthesized from corn starch and is chemically similar to ascorbic acid. It is produced industrially through a fermentation process.

Why it's used

Sodium erythorbate is used as an antioxidant in processed meats and other foods. It helps to preserve color and flavor by preventing oxidation. It is commonly found in cured meats, sausages, hot dogs, and pickled products.

Health notes

In the U.S., sodium erythorbate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food additive. It is also approved as a food additive in the European Union. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated sodium erythorbate. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects. Some studies have explored its antioxidant properties, but there are no widespread controversies regarding its safety.

Allergen info

Sodium erythorbate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing And Sodium Erythorbate

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Hormel Foods Corporation Hormel, Pigs Feet Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 27% DV per serving 143kcal 12.5Protein 10.7Fat 0Carbs Real Sausage Company Red Hot Spicy Sausage Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 27% DV per serving 246kcal 15.8Protein 19.3Fat 3.5Carbs Hearthside USA, LLC Ham & Cheddar Cheese On White Bread Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 62% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 221kcal 13.6Protein 6.5Fat 27.1Carbs Hearthside USA, LLC Ham & Swiss Cheese Sub Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 49% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 229kcal 15.9Protein 7.7Fat 23.5Carbs Hearthside USA, LLC Ham & Swiss Cheese Sub Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 97% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 232kcal 15.9Protein 7.7Fat 23.8Carbs GS1 Mexico Fruit Drink Water, Cantaloupe Melon, Cantaloupe Melon Other Drinks 18kcal 0Protein 0Fat 4.7Carbs GS1 Mexico Fruit Drink Water, Melon, Cantaloupe Water 19kcal 0Protein 0Fat 4.7Carbs Hickory Smoked Beef Bacon, Hickory Smoked Devanco Foods Inc. Hickory Smoked Beef Bacon, Hickory Smoked Bacon, Sausages & Ribs 161kcal 17.9Protein 8.9Fat 3.6Carbs Eby-Brown Company L.P. Ham, Egg & Cheese Muffin, Ham, Egg & Cheese Prepared Subs & Sandwiches 198kcal 11.0Protein 6.3Fat 22.8Carbs Hormel Foods Corporation Pigs Feet Canned Meat High in sodium — 34% DV per serving 143kcal 10.7Protein 10.7Fat 0Carbs Meijer, Inc. Hickory Smoked Beef Bacon, Hickory Smoked Beef Other Snacks 161kcal 17.9Protein 8.9Fat 3.6Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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