Calcium Propionate And A Trace Of Lime
What is Calcium Propionate And A Trace Of Lime?
Calcium propionate is a salt of propionic acid, a naturally occurring fatty acid found in some foods. It is produced industrially by reacting propionic acid with calcium hydroxide. It appears as a white powder.
Is Calcium Propionate And A Trace Of Lime vegan?
Calcium Propionate And A Trace Of Lime is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Calcium Propionate And A Trace Of Lime gluten-free?
It is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens and does not contain gluten.
Is Calcium Propionate And A Trace Of Lime a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Calcium Propionate And A Trace Of Lime used for?
Manufacturers add calcium propionate as a preservative to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria in baked goods.
Is Calcium Propionate And A Trace Of Lime safe?
Calcium propionate is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add calcium propionate as a preservative to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria in baked goods. This helps extend the shelf life of products like bread, tortillas, and pastries.
Health notes
Calcium propionate is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. It is used in small amounts and is not known to cause adverse health effects at typical consumption levels. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated calcium propionate and found it safe for consumption.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. It is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens and does not contain gluten.
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