Ingredient · E223

Coconut With Sodium Metabisulfite

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Sodium metabisulfite is added to dried fruits like coconut to prevent browning and preserve …

What it is

Coconut is the white, fleshy part of the coconut palm fruit. For processed coconut, it is typically shredded or flaked and then dried. Sodium metabisulfite is a white or yellowish crystalline powder used as a preservative.

Why it's used

Sodium metabisulfite is added to dried fruits like coconut to prevent browning and preserve their color and freshness. It acts as an antioxidant and antimicrobial agent. It is commonly found in dried fruits, wines, and processed potatoes.

Health notes

Sodium metabisulfite is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a preservative. It can cause allergic reactions in some individuals, particularly those with asthma or sulfite sensitivity. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated sulfites, and have established acceptable daily intakes. Evidence for adverse effects at typical intake levels is mixed.

Allergen info

Coconut is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It is botanically a fruit, not a nut, though some people with tree nut allergies may react to coconut. Not a major allergen.

Products containing Coconut With Sodium Metabisulfite

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WHITMAN'S Assorted Milk And Dark Chocolates, Caramel, Nut Caramel, Solid Chocolate Messenger, Peanut Cluster, Orange Cream, Peanut Chew, Chocolate Butter Cream, Vanilla Cream, Coconut Cream, Chocolate Nut Fudge, Caramel, Nut Caramel, Cashew Cluster, Orange Cream, C Chocolate High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 414kcal 3.5Protein 20.7Fat 62.1Carbs Whitman's Candies, Inc. Fine Chocolates, Assorted Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 476kcal 4.8Protein 23.8Fat 61.9Carbs Russell Stover Candies Inc. Russell Stover, Coconut Santas, Dark Chocolate, Dark Chocolate Candy High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 482kcal 3.6Protein 25Fat 60.7Carbs Whitman's Candies, Inc. Assorted Chocolates Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 467kcal 4.4Protein 22.2Fat 66.7Carbs Russell Stover Candies Inc. Russell Stover, Sugar Free Chocolate Candy, Coconut, Coconut Candy High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 395kcal 4.7Protein 23.3Fat 65.1Carbs Russell Stover Candies Inc. Russell Stover, Fine Chocolate, Assorted, Assorted Chocolate High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 489kcal 4.3Protein 25.5Fat 63.8Carbs Russell Stover Candies Inc. Russell Stover, Fine Chocolates, Assorted, Assorted Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 489kcal 4.4Protein 24.4Fat 66.7Carbs Russell Stover Candies Inc. Russell Stover, Assorted Candies, Caramel, Mini Patti Coconut Pecan, Caramel, Mini Patti Coconut Pecan Chocolate High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 468kcal 4.3Protein 23.4Fat 63.8Carbs Russell Stover Candies Inc. Assorted Fine Chocolates, Assorted Chocolate High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving 455kcal 6.1Protein 21.2Fat 63.6Carbs Russell Stover Candies Inc. Chocolates, Assorted Candy High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 444kcal 4.4Protein 17.8Fat 68.9Carbs Whitman's Candies, Inc. Assorted Milk And Dark Chocolates, Assorted Chocolate High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 462kcal 3.9Protein 19.2Fat 61.5Carbs Russell Stover Candies Inc. Assorted Fine Chocolates Chocolate High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 438kcal 3.1Protein 18.8Fat 62.5Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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