Ingredient

Disodium EDTA Added Retention

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add Disodium EDTA to foods to prevent metal ions from causing spoilage or …

What it is

Disodium EDTA is a synthetic compound used to bind metal ions. It is typically made through a chemical process involving ethylenediamine, formaldehyde, and sodium cyanide.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add Disodium EDTA to foods to prevent metal ions from causing spoilage or color changes. It acts as a preservative by chelating, or binding, these metal ions, thereby stabilizing the food. It is often found in canned goods, dressings, and sauces.

Health notes

Disodium EDTA is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. It is approved for use in specific food categories at defined levels. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated its safety. Studies have explored its potential effects, but at typical dietary levels, it is not associated with adverse health outcomes.

Allergen info

Disodium EDTA is a synthetic compound and is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Disodium EDTA Added Retention

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Western Family Foods, Inc. Premium Blackeye Peas Canned & Bottled Beans 77kcal 3.9Protein 0.4Fat 14.6Carbs Western Family Foods, Inc. Premium Dark Red Kidney Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 85kcal 4.6Protein 0.4Fat 16.1Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. Garbanzo Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 100kcal 3.9Protein 0.8Fat 14.6Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. Light Red Kidney Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 85kcal 4.6Protein 0.4Fat 15.4Carbs Bostonia Beverage Light Red Kidney Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 85kcal 4.6Protein 0.4Fat 15.4Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Ancient Grain Minestrone Soup, Ancient Grain Minestrone Other Soups High in sodium — 42% DV per serving 53kcal 1.6Protein 2.0Fat 6.9Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Pasta E Fagioli Soup, Pasta E Fagioli Other Soups High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 73kcal 3.3Protein 1.8Fat 11.4Carbs Independent Marketing Alliance Dark Red Kidney Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 85kcal 4.6Protein 0.4Fat 16.1Carbs Unified Grocers, Inc. Dark Red Kidney Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 69kcal 4.6Protein 0.4Fat 12.3Carbs Cumberland Farms Dairy Inc Moroccan Turkey Wrap Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 89% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 85% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 39% DV per serving 205kcal 13.5Protein 9.5Fat 16.8Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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