Ingredient

As A Firming Agent

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add calcium chloride to foods to help firm them up, especially canned fruits …

What it is

Calcium chloride is a salt made from chlorine and calcium. It is a white crystalline solid that dissolves easily in water. It is produced industrially from limestone and salt.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add calcium chloride to foods to help firm them up, especially canned fruits and vegetables. It helps prevent them from becoming mushy during processing and storage. It is often found in pickles, olives, and canned beans.

Health notes

Calcium chloride is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of calcium, which is an essential nutrient. JECFA has evaluated it and set an acceptable daily intake. It is not known to cause adverse health effects when consumed in typical amounts found in food.

Allergen info

Calcium chloride is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing As A Firming Agent

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Sylvia Woods Food Company, LLC. Squash With Vidalia Onions Canned Vegetables 21kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 5Carbs Holmes Canning Company Inc. Margaret Holmes, Garbanzo Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 85kcal 4.6Protein 1.1Fat 13.8Carbs Holmes Canning Company Inc. Margaret Holmes, Green And White Lima Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 69kcal 4.6Protein 0Fat 12.3Carbs Holmes Canning Company Inc. Tomatoes And Okra Canned Vegetables 28kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 6.4Carbs Triple Succotash Blend Of Tomatoes, Corn & Lima Beans, Triple Holmes Canning Company Inc. Triple Succotash Blend Of Tomatoes, Corn & Lima Beans, Triple Chili & Stew High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 41kcal 1.6Protein 0Fat 9.0Carbs Squash With Vidalia Onions Holmes Canning Company Inc. Squash With Vidalia Onions Canned Vegetables 21kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 4.2Carbs The Kroger Co. Whole Baby Carrots Canned Vegetables 24kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 4.8Carbs Holmes Canning Company Inc. Squash With Vidalia Onions Canned Vegetables 21kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 5Carbs Holmes Canning Company Inc. Navy Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 77kcal 4.6Protein 0Fat 13.8Carbs Holmes Canning Company Inc. Seasoned Tiny Field Peas & Snaps Canned Vegetables High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 69kcal 5.4Protein 0Fat 12.3Carbs McCall Farms Inc Garbanzo Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 85kcal 4.6Protein 1.1Fat 13.8Carbs McCall Farms Inc Pinto Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 77kcal 4.6Protein 0Fat 13.1Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.