Ingredient

Edta-calcium Disodium

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use EDTA-calcium disodium as a preservative to prevent spoilage by chelating, or binding …

What it is

EDTA-calcium disodium is a synthetic compound made from ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) and calcium. EDTA itself is a synthetic chemical that can bind to metal ions.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use EDTA-calcium disodium as a preservative to prevent spoilage by chelating, or binding to, metal ions like iron and copper. These metal ions can speed up oxidation, which causes fats to go rancid and colors to fade. It is often found in salad dressings, sauces, and dips.

Health notes

In the United States, EDTA-calcium disodium is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. It is approved for use as a preservative and to protect flavor and color in foods. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at the low levels typically consumed in food.

Allergen info

EDTA-calcium disodium is a synthetic chemical and is not derived from any of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Edta-calcium Disodium

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Silver Spring Foods, Inc. Bookbinder's, Cocktail Sauce Dips & Salsa High in sodium — 44% DV per serving 100kcal 1.7Protein 0Fat 20Carbs Kingston Marketing Co Traditional Seafood Cocktail Sauce, Traditional Dips & Salsa High in sodium — 43% DV per serving 83kcal 1.7Protein 0Fat 20Carbs Wasabi Sauce For Sandwiches And Dipping, Wasabi Kikkoman Sales USA, Inc. Wasabi Sauce For Sandwiches And Dipping, Wasabi Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 200kcal 0Protein 20Fat 20Carbs JK959 Wasabi Spicy Sauce Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 200kcal 0Protein 20Fat 20Carbs Harris-Teeter Inc. Original Tartar Sauce, Original Tartar Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 267kcal 0Protein 23.3Fat 13.3Carbs Harris-Teeter Inc. Bold & Spicy Cocktail Sauce, Bold & Spicy Cocktail Dips & Salsa High in sodium — 52% DV per serving 100kcal 1.7Protein 0.8Fat 21.7Carbs Holsum Foods Holsum, Horseradish Sauce Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 300kcal 0Protein 20Fat 20Carbs Kikkoman Sales USA, Inc. Wasabi Sauce Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 200kcal 0Protein 20Fat 20Carbs Lyner Photography Inc. Gourmet Cocktail Sauce Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces High in sodium — 44% DV per serving 100kcal 1.7Protein 0Fat 20Carbs Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. Tartar Sauce Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 267kcal 0Protein 23.3Fat 16.7Carbs Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. Cocktail Sauce Dips & Salsa High in sodium — 42% DV per serving 83kcal 1.7Protein 0Fat 21.7Carbs Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. Cocktail Sauce, Hot & Spicy Dips & Salsa High in sodium — 41% DV per serving 83kcal 1.7Protein 0Fat 20Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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