Emulsifying Salts
What is Emulsifying Salts?
Emulsifying salts are a group of food additives, typically mineral salts like sodium citrate or sodium phosphate. They are manufactured through chemical processes.
Is Emulsifying Salts a major allergen?
Emulsifying salts themselves are not derived from the major allergens.
What is Emulsifying Salts used for?
These salts help to create a smooth, uniform texture in processed foods, particularly in cheese products.
Is Emulsifying Salts safe?
Emulsifying salts are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
These salts help to create a smooth, uniform texture in processed foods, particularly in cheese products. They prevent fats and proteins from separating, ensuring a consistent consistency in items like processed cheese, sauces, and deli meats.
Health notes
Emulsifying salts are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated them and established acceptable daily intakes. At typical consumption levels found in processed foods, they are not associated with adverse health effects for most people.
Allergen info
Emulsifying salts themselves are not derived from the major allergens. However, they are often used in dairy products, which are a major allergen.
Foods that contain Emulsifying Salts
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Spreadable Gouda
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
279kcal
17.9Protein
21.4Fat
3.6Carbs
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