Ingredient · E282

Calcium Propionate To Retard Spoilage

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Calcium propionate is used as a preservative to inhibit the growth of mold and …

What is Calcium Propionate To Retard Spoilage?

Calcium propionate is a salt of propionic acid. It is produced commercially by reacting propionic acid with calcium hydroxide. It appears as a white powder or crystals.

Is Calcium Propionate To Retard Spoilage vegan?

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

Is Calcium Propionate To Retard Spoilage gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Calcium Propionate To Retard Spoilage a major allergen?

Calcium propionate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA.

What is Calcium Propionate To Retard Spoilage used for?

Calcium propionate is used as a preservative to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria in baked goods.

Is Calcium Propionate To Retard Spoilage safe?

Calcium propionate is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use as a food preservative.

Why it's used

Calcium propionate is used as a preservative to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria in baked goods. This helps to extend the shelf life of products like cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes, pizza, and breads.

Health notes

Calcium propionate is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use as a food preservative. It is also approved for use in many other countries. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated calcium propionate and found it safe for consumption within typical dietary levels. Some studies have explored its role in metabolism, but evidence on significant health effects at typical intake levels is limited.

Allergen info

Calcium propionate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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