Disodium Ethylenediaminetetraacetate
What is Disodium Ethylenediaminetetraacetate?
Disodium ethylenediaminetetraacetate (Disodium EDTA) is a synthetic chelating agent. It is made through a chemical process involving ethylenediamine, formaldehyde, and sodium cyanide.
Is Disodium Ethylenediaminetetraacetate vegan?
Disodium Ethylenediaminetetraacetate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Disodium Ethylenediaminetetraacetate a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Disodium Ethylenediaminetetraacetate used for?
Manufacturers add Disodium EDTA to foods to prevent spoilage by binding to metal ions that can cause oxidation and discoloration.
Is Disodium Ethylenediaminetetraacetate safe?
Disodium EDTA is permitted for use in food by the FDA.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add Disodium EDTA to foods to prevent spoilage by binding to metal ions that can cause oxidation and discoloration. It helps maintain the color and flavor of foods. It is often found in dressings, sauces, dips, and mayonnaise.
Health notes
Disodium EDTA is permitted for use in food by the FDA. It is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used as a sequestrant. JECFA has evaluated it and set an acceptable daily intake. Research on EDTA has explored its potential to remove heavy metals from the body, but its use in food is primarily for preservation.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
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