Ingredient · E330, E331

Citric Acid And Sodium Citrate

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Citric acid and sodium citrate are used as acidity regulators, flavor enhancers, and preservatives. …

What it is

Citric acid is a weak organic acid found naturally in citrus fruits. It is produced commercially by fermenting a sugar source, like corn or sugarcane, with a specific mold. Sodium citrate is the salt form of citric acid.

Why it's used

Citric acid and sodium citrate are used as acidity regulators, flavor enhancers, and preservatives. They add a tart or sour taste and help control pH in foods and beverages. They are commonly found in jams, jellies, candies, soft drinks, and processed cheeses.

Health notes

In the U.S., citric acid and sodium citrate are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are widely consumed and considered safe at typical dietary levels. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated citric acid and its salts, and they are approved for use in many countries. There are no widespread controversies regarding their safety at normal consumption levels.

Allergen info

Citric acid and sodium citrate are not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Citric Acid And Sodium Citrate

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Weis Markets, Inc. Weis Quality, Jelly, Grape, Grape Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 65Carbs Wakefern Food Corporation Shoprite, Concord Grape Jelly, Concord Grape, Concord Grape Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 65Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. Roundy's, Jelly, Concord Grape, Concord Grape Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 65Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. Squeezable Jelly, Grape Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 65Carbs Wakefern Food Corporation Shoprite, Concord Grape Jelly, Grape, Grape Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 65Carbs The Moran Group Incorporated Squeezable Jelly, Concord Grape Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 65Carbs Food Town Stores Inc. Food Lion, Preserves, Peach, Peach Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 65Carbs Food Town Stores Inc. Food Lion, Preserves, Seedless Blackberry, Seedless Blackberry Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 65Carbs Food Lion, Jelly, Apple, Apple Food Town Stores Inc. Food Lion, Jelly, Apple, Apple Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 65Carbs Food Town Stores Inc. Food Lion, Jam, Concord Grape, Concord Grape Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 65Carbs Delhaize America, Inc. My Essentials, Jelly, Concord Grape, Concord Grape Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 65Carbs Food Town Stores Inc. Food Lion, Preserves, Cherry, Cherry Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 65Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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