Ingredient · E282, E281

Calcium Propionate And Sodium Propionate

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
These compounds are primarily used as preservatives to prevent the growth of mold and …

What is Calcium Propionate And Sodium Propionate?

Calcium propionate and sodium propionate are salts of propionic acid, a naturally occurring substance found in some fermented foods and produced by the human gut microbiome. They are manufactured industrially for use as food additives.

Is Calcium Propionate And Sodium Propionate vegan?

Calcium Propionate And Sodium Propionate 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 Sodium Propionate gluten-free?

Calcium propionate and sodium propionate are not derived from any of the nine major allergens and do not contain gluten.

What is Calcium Propionate And Sodium Propionate used for?

These compounds are primarily used as preservatives to prevent the growth of mold and bacteria in baked goods.

Is Calcium Propionate And Sodium Propionate safe?

Calcium propionate and sodium propionate are Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as food additives.

Why it's used

These compounds are primarily used as preservatives to prevent the growth of mold and bacteria in baked goods. They help extend the shelf life of products like breads, rolls, muffins, and pastries.

Health notes

Calcium propionate and sodium propionate are Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as food additives. They have been evaluated by international bodies like JECFA and EFSA. Studies on propionates have generally found them to be safe at typical consumption levels, though some research has explored potential links to behavioral changes in children, with mixed results and no definitive conclusions.

Allergen info

Calcium propionate and sodium propionate are not derived from any of the nine major allergens and do not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Calcium Propionate And Sodium Propionate

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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