Ingredient

Ascorbic Acid And Citric Acid Added To Maintain Color

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
These ingredients are added to foods primarily as antioxidants to help maintain color and …

What is Ascorbic Acid And Citric Acid Added To Maintain Color?

Ascorbic acid is a form of vitamin C, a nutrient naturally found in fruits and vegetables. Citric acid is a weak organic acid found naturally in citrus fruits. Both can be produced industrially through fermentation or chemical synthesis.

Is Ascorbic Acid And Citric Acid Added To Maintain Color vegan?

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

Is Ascorbic Acid And Citric Acid Added To Maintain Color gluten-free?

They do not contain gluten.

Is Ascorbic Acid And Citric Acid Added To Maintain Color a major allergen?

Neither ascorbic acid nor citric acid are derived from major allergens.

What is Ascorbic Acid And Citric Acid Added To Maintain Color used for?

These ingredients are added to foods primarily as antioxidants to help maintain color and prevent spoilage, especially in fruits and vegetables.

Is Ascorbic Acid And Citric Acid Added To Maintain Color safe?

Ascorbic acid is a well-known nutrient (vitamin C) essential for human health.

Why it's used

These ingredients are added to foods primarily as antioxidants to help maintain color and prevent spoilage, especially in fruits and vegetables. They act by preventing oxidation, which can cause browning or loss of freshness. They are commonly found in frozen fruits, juices, and fruit-flavored products.

Health notes

Ascorbic acid is a well-known nutrient (vitamin C) essential for human health. Citric acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Both are widely consumed and considered safe at typical levels found in food. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated these substances.

Allergen info

Neither ascorbic acid nor citric acid are derived from major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Ascorbic Acid And Citric Acid Added To Maintain Color

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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