Calcium Propinate
What is Calcium Propinate?
Calcium propionate is a salt of propionic acid, a naturally occurring fatty acid. It is produced industrially by reacting propionic acid with calcium hydroxide. It appears as a white powder or crystals.
Is Calcium Propinate vegan?
Calcium Propinate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Calcium Propinate gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Calcium Propinate a major allergen?
Calcium propionate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is Calcium Propinate used for?
Manufacturers add calcium propionate to foods primarily as a preservative to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria.
Is Calcium Propinate safe?
In the United States, calcium propionate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food preservative.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add calcium propionate to foods primarily as a preservative to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. This helps extend the shelf life of products. It is commonly found in baked goods such as breads, cakes, and cookies.
Health notes
In the United States, calcium propionate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food preservative. Studies on calcium propionate have not shown adverse effects at typical dietary intake levels. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it. Some research has explored potential links to behavioral issues in children, but the evidence is mixed and not conclusive.
Allergen info
Calcium propionate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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