Ingredient · E282, E281

Calcium Propionate Sodium Propionate

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

What it is

Calcium propionate and sodium propionate are salts of propionic acid, a naturally occurring organic acid. They are produced industrially through chemical synthesis, often from petroleum-based feedstocks.

Why it's used

These compounds are used as preservatives to inhibit the growth of mold and other microorganisms in baked goods. They help extend the shelf life of products like cakes, tortillas, and frozen appetizers.

Health notes

Calcium propionate and sodium propionate are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated these substances. Studies on typical consumption levels have not shown adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Calcium Propionate Sodium Propionate

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Topco Associates, Inc. Whole Wheat Wrap Style Tortillas, Whole Wheat Mexican Dinner Mixes 244kcal 6.7Protein 6.7Fat 42.2Carbs Noisebusters Inc. Sock It To Me Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 304kcal 3.6Protein 10.7Fat 48.2Carbs Periwinkle Products, Inc. Marshie's, Louisiana Crunch Creme Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 321kcal 3.6Protein 12.5Fat 48.2Carbs Periwinkle Products, Inc. Creme Cakes, Blueberry Swirl Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 375kcal 3.6Protein 19.6Fat 44.6Carbs Periwinkle Products, Inc. Marshie's, Lemon Delight Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 375kcal 3.6Protein 19.6Fat 44.6Carbs Processors Co-Op, Inc. Sock-It-To-Me Creme Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 375kcal 3.6Protein 19.6Fat 44.6Carbs Periwinkle Products, Inc. Chocolate Lover's Creme Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 375kcal 3.6Protein 19.6Fat 44.6Carbs Periwinkle Products, Inc. Chocolate Lover's Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 375kcal 3.6Protein 19.6Fat 44.6Carbs Periwinkle Products, Inc. Creme Cake, Golden Baanana Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 375kcal 3.6Protein 19.6Fat 44.6Carbs Periwinkle Products, Inc. Creme Cakes, Blueberry Swirl Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 375kcal 3.6Protein 19.6Fat 44.6Carbs Periwinkle Products, Inc. Creme Cakes, Butter Vanilla Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 375kcal 3.6Protein 19.6Fat 44.6Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. Flour Tortillas Whole Wheat Mexican Dinner Mixes 244kcal 6.7Protein 5.6Fat 42.2Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 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.