Citric Acid And Caramel Color
What is Citric Acid And Caramel Color?
Citric acid is a weak organic acid found naturally in citrus fruits like lemons and limes. It is produced commercially through the fermentation of carbohydrates by microorganisms, most commonly Aspergillus niger. The resulting product is a white crystalline powder.
Is Citric Acid And Caramel Color vegan?
Citric Acid And Caramel Color is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Citric Acid And Caramel Color gluten-free?
Citric acid is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.
What is Citric Acid And Caramel Color used for?
Citric acid is widely used as an acidity regulator, flavor enhancer, and preservative in food and beverages.
Is Citric Acid And Caramel Color safe?
Citric acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Citric acid is widely used as an acidity regulator, flavor enhancer, and preservative in food and beverages. It provides a tart, sour taste and helps to balance sweetness. It is commonly found in soft drinks, candies, jams, jellies, and processed fruits and vegetables.
Health notes
Citric acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated citric acid and its salts, establishing acceptable daily intakes. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects. Some individuals may experience tooth enamel erosion with very frequent consumption of highly acidic foods and drinks.
Allergen info
Citric acid is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.
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