Ingredient · E330

Cane Sugar And Citric Acid

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Unknown
Not yet classified by editors
Allergen
No
Role in food
Cane sugar is used to provide sweetness, energy, and texture to various food products. …

What is Cane Sugar And Citric Acid?

Cane sugar is a sweetener derived from sugarcane plants. Citric acid is a naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruits and is also produced through fermentation.

Is Cane Sugar And Citric Acid a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is Cane Sugar And Citric Acid used for?

Cane sugar is used to provide sweetness, energy, and texture to various food products.

Is Cane Sugar And Citric Acid safe?

Cane sugar is classified as an added sugar.

Why it's used

Cane sugar is used to provide sweetness, energy, and texture to various food products. Citric acid functions as an acidity regulator, a flavor enhancer that adds tartness, and a preservative to extend shelf life.

Health notes

Cane sugar is classified as an added sugar. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend consuming no amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams per meal. The World Health Organization (WHO) advises limiting free sugars to less than 10% of total energy intake. Citric acid is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA. JECFA has evaluated both cane sugar and citric acid; for citric acid, JECFA did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified).

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Foods that contain Cane Sugar And Citric Acid

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Last updated: October 6, 2026

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