Ingredient · E509

Calcium Chloride

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add calcium chloride to foods as a firming agent, to help maintain texture, …

What it is

Calcium chloride is a salt compound made of calcium and chlorine. It occurs naturally in brine (saltwater) and minerals. It can also be produced by reacting calcium carbonate (limestone) with hydrochloric acid.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add calcium chloride to foods as a firming agent, to help maintain texture, and as an electrolyte. It is commonly found in canned vegetables like tomatoes, in cheese making, and in some sports drinks.

Health notes

In the United States, the FDA considers calcium chloride to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for its intended uses. At typical intake levels in food, calcium chloride is generally considered safe. Consuming very large amounts might lead to digestive upset. JECFA has evaluated it and did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified), considering it safe at levels used in food; EFSA has also evaluated it and concluded it is safe for use as a food additive.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Calcium Chloride

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Kashi US Kashi Pizza Mediterranean 12.7Oz Vegetable Based Products / Meals - Not Ready to Eat (Frozen) High in sodium — 28% DV per serving —kcal 12.7Protein 7.5Fat 31Carbs Kashi US Kashi Pizza Mushroom Trio & Spinach 11.9Oz Vegetable Based Products / Meals - Not Ready to Eat (Frozen) High in sodium — 29% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving —kcal 12.7Protein 8.3Fat 24.6Carbs Kashi US Kashi Pizza Margherita Thin Crust 11.9Oz Vegetable Based Products / Meals - Not Ready to Eat (Frozen) High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving —kcal 12.8Protein 8.4Fat 25.7Carbs Tuttorosso Green 28oz. Whole Peeled Plum Tomatoes in Juice Red Gold Tuttorosso Green 28oz. Whole Peeled Plum Tomatoes in Juice 21kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 4.1Carbs Tuttorosso Green 28oz. NSA Whole Peeled Plum Tomatoes in Juice Red Gold Tuttorosso Green 28oz. NSA Whole Peeled Plum Tomatoes in Juice 21kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 4.1Carbs Tuttorosso Green 28oz. Diced Tomatoes in Juice Red Gold Tuttorosso Green 28oz. Diced Tomatoes in Juice 21kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 4.1Carbs Tutturosso Green 14.5oz. Diced Tomatoes Red Gold Tutturosso Green 14.5oz. Diced Tomatoes 21kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 4.1Carbs Red Gold Tutturosso Green 14.5oz. Petite Diced Tomatoes 21kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 4.1Carbs Conagra Brands HUNTS Organic Diced Tomatoes —kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 4.6Carbs Conagra Brands HUNTS Tomato Sauce For Original Mild Chili Starter, 15 OZ —kcal 1.6Protein 0Fat 9.7Carbs Conagra Brands HUNTS Diced Tomatoes With Sweet Onions, 14.5 OZ —kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 6.5Carbs Conagra Brands HUNTS Stewed Tomatoes No Salt Added, 14.5 OZ —kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 7.4Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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