E331
What is E331?
Trisodium citrate is a sodium salt of citric acid. It is produced commercially by the neutralization of citric acid with a sodium source, such as sodium hydroxide or sodium carbonate.
Is E331 vegan?
E331 is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is E331 gluten-free?
Trisodium citrate is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA and does not contain gluten.
What is E331 used for?
Trisodium citrate is used as a food additive to provide a cheesy flavor and texture in processed cheese, and to prevent curdling in processed milk products.
Is E331 safe?
Trisodium citrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Trisodium citrate is used as a food additive to provide a cheesy flavor and texture in processed cheese, and to prevent curdling in processed milk products. It also acts as an acidity regulator and preservative in jams, jellies, and fruit spreads.
Health notes
Trisodium citrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated trisodium citrate and found it to have low toxicity. It is not associated with significant health concerns when consumed in typical amounts found in food.
Allergen info
Trisodium citrate is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA and does not contain gluten.
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