Ingredient

Calcium Fumarate

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add calcium fumarate to foods as an acidity regulator and dough conditioner. It …

What is Calcium Fumarate?

Calcium fumarate is the calcium salt of fumaric acid, an organic acid found naturally in some fruits and vegetables. It is typically produced industrially through chemical synthesis.

Is Calcium Fumarate vegan?

Calcium Fumarate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Calcium Fumarate gluten-free?

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

Is Calcium Fumarate a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is Calcium Fumarate used for?

Manufacturers add calcium fumarate to foods as an acidity regulator and dough conditioner.

Is Calcium Fumarate safe?

Calcium fumarate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add calcium fumarate to foods as an acidity regulator and dough conditioner. It helps control the pH of products and can improve the texture and handling of dough in baked goods.

Health notes

Calcium fumarate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated fumaric acid and its salts, generally finding them safe for consumption at typical levels. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming foods containing calcium fumarate within normal dietary patterns.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. It is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Calcium Fumarate

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Last updated: October 5, 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.