Ingredient

Disodium Succinate

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use disodium succinate as a flavor enhancer and acidity regulator in various food …

What it is

Disodium succinate is the salt form of succinic acid, a naturally occurring compound found in many living organisms. It is typically produced industrially through the hydrogenation of maleic anhydride or fumaric acid. This process yields a white, crystalline powder.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use disodium succinate as a flavor enhancer and acidity regulator in various food products. It can contribute a savory or umami taste and help balance the overall flavor profile. It is commonly found in soups, pickles, and relishes.

Health notes

Disodium succinate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated succinic acid and its salts, and have established acceptable daily intake levels. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Disodium succinate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Disodium Succinate

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SHIN-SHIN FOODS Pickle Vegetables Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 125kcal 3.6Protein 0Fat 28.6Carbs SHIN-SHIN FOODS CO., LTD. Shin-Shin Foods Co., Ltd., Pickled Cucumber Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 36kcal 3.6Protein 0Fat 3.6Carbs NAGATANIEN Nagatanien, Instant Soup Mix, Matsutake Mushroom Other Soups 167kcal 0Protein 0Fat 33.3Carbs ODONGTONG MYON Asian Style Instant Noodle All Noodles High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 417kcal 8.3Protein 13.3Fat 66.7Carbs OTAFUKU FOODS Seasoned Vinegar Salad Dressing & Mayonnaise 133kcal 0Protein 0Fat 26.7Carbs PALDO Budae Jigae Noodle Soup Other Soups High in sodium — 38% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 386kcal 8.6Protein 12.9Fat 58.6Carbs Karamucho Potato Chips KOIKEYA Karamucho Potato Chips Chips, Pretzels & Snacks High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 571kcal 7.1Protein 35.7Fat 53.6Carbs Nissin Foods USA Co Inc Beef Veryveggie Ramen Noodle Soup, Beef Other Soups High in sodium — 49% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 440kcal 9.3Protein 14.7Fat 66.7Carbs SALAD SEN Japanese Baked Rice Cracker Crackers & Biscotti 500kcal 3.3Protein 26.7Fat 63.3Carbs Ramen Noodle Soup Nissin Foods USA Co Inc Ramen Noodle Soup Other Soups High in sodium — 47% DV per serving 333kcal 7.4Protein 5.6Fat 61.1Carbs ORION CORP Koreabob Seaweed Other Snacks 450kcal 7.5Protein 12.5Fat 80Carbs NONGSHIM CO., LTD. Potato Noodle Soup, Potato Noodle Other Soups High in sodium — 78% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 460kcal 10Protein 16Fat 68Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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