Ingredient · E300

Antioxidant And Citric Acid

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Ascorbic acid is commonly used as an antioxidant to prevent spoilage and maintain the …

What is Antioxidant And Citric Acid?

Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) is a naturally occurring organic compound with antioxidant properties. It is found in many fruits and vegetables and can also be produced commercially through chemical synthesis or fermentation processes.

Is Antioxidant And Citric Acid vegan?

Antioxidant And Citric Acid is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Antioxidant And Citric Acid gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Antioxidant And Citric Acid a major allergen?

Ascorbic acid is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens.

What is Antioxidant And Citric Acid used for?

Ascorbic acid is commonly used as an antioxidant to prevent spoilage and maintain the color and flavor of foods, especially in processed meats, fruits, and beverages.

Is Antioxidant And Citric Acid safe?

In the US, ascorbic acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient or for its functional properties.

Why it's used

Ascorbic acid is commonly used as an antioxidant to prevent spoilage and maintain the color and flavor of foods, especially in processed meats, fruits, and beverages. It helps to preserve freshness by inhibiting oxidation.

Health notes

In the US, ascorbic acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient or for its functional properties. It is an essential nutrient for human health. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated ascorbic acid and established guidelines for its use. At typical dietary levels, it is considered safe and beneficial.

Allergen info

Ascorbic acid is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Antioxidant And Citric Acid

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BBQ Rib Boneless Rib-Shaped Pork Patty With BBQ Sauce On A Bun Sandwich, BBQ Rib Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. BBQ Rib Boneless Rib-Shaped Pork Patty With BBQ Sauce On A Bun Sandwich, BBQ Rib Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 293kcal 9.8Protein 14.7Fat 30.4Carbs Angus Cheeseburger Flame Broiled Angus Beef Patty With American Cheese On A Bun, Angus Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Angus Cheeseburger Flame Broiled Angus Beef Patty With American Cheese On A Bun, Angus Frozen Patties and Burgers High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 290kcal 10.8Protein 17.1Fat 23.3Carbs Angus Cheeseburger, Angus Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Angus Cheeseburger, Angus Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 53% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 95% DV per serving 328kcal 13.7Protein 21.1Fat 20.6Carbs Cheeseburger Tyson Foods Inc. Cheeseburger Meat/Poultry/Other Animals - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 50% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 73% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 304kcal 12.8Protein 18.1Fat 22.4Carbs Cheeseburger Beef Charbroil With Cheese Tyson Foods Inc. Cheeseburger Beef Charbroil With Cheese Meat/Poultry/Other Animals - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 37% DV per serving 319kcal 11.9Protein 18.4Fat 26.4Carbs Sriracha Glazed Chicken Sandwich Tyson Foods Inc. Sriracha Glazed Chicken Sandwich Meat/Poultry/Other Animals - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 243kcal 13.4Protein 8.6Fat 28.0Carbs Big AZ Cheeseburger Beef Charbroil With Cheese & Onions Tyson Foods Inc. Big AZ Cheeseburger Beef Charbroil With Cheese & Onions Meat/Poultry/Other Animals - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 37% DV per serving 319kcal 12.0Protein 18.4Fat 26.4Carbs Pork Rib Shaped Patty Sandwich Tyson Foods Inc. Pork Rib Shaped Patty Sandwich Meat/Poultry/Other Animals - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 300kcal 9.1Protein 15.5Fat 31.1Carbs Giant Beef Charbroil W/Cheese Tyson Foods Inc. Giant Beef Charbroil W/Cheese Meat/Poultry/Other Animals - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 37% DV per serving 319kcal 12.0Protein 18.4Fat 26.4Carbs Baconaddict Cheeseburger Tyson Foods Inc. Baconaddict Cheeseburger Meat/Poultry/Other Animals - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 326kcal 12.7Protein 19.3Fat 25.5Carbs Russell Stover Candies Inc. Assorted Chocolates, Caramel, Pecans With Caramel, Almonds With Caramel, And Toffee In Luscious Milk Chocolate Candy High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 471kcal 5.9Protein 29.4Fat 55.9Carbs Russell Stover Candies Inc. Assorted Chocolates Chocolate High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in added sugars — 60% DV per serving 474kcal 5.3Protein 22.8Fat 56.1Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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