Ingredient

Emulsifying Salts

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Role in food
These salts help to create a smooth, uniform texture in processed foods, particularly in …

What it is

Emulsifying salts are a group of food additives, typically mineral salts like sodium citrate or sodium phosphate. They are manufactured through chemical processes.

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.

Products containing Emulsifying Salts

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UNIEKAAS Smoked Gouda Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 317kcal 23.3Protein 26.7Fat 0Carbs HOLLAND KROON Holland Kroon, Premium Dutch Quality Cheese Cheese 286kcal 17.9Protein 21.4Fat 0Carbs ROYAL HOLLANDIA Royal Hollandia, Smoked Processed Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 286kcal 17.9Protein 21.4Fat 0Carbs UNIEKAAS Uniekaas, Smoked Gouda Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 317kcal 23.3Protein 26.7Fat 0Carbs GOURMET Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 317kcal 23.3Protein 23.3Fat 10Carbs Austrian Processed Cheese HAPPY COW Austrian Processed Cheese Cheese High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 59% DV per serving 271kcal 15.7Protein 23Fat 1.4Carbs Dutch Cheese Makers Corp Dutch Classic Smoked Gouda With Jalapeno Cheese, Dutch Classic Jalapeno Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 318kcal 21.4Protein 25Fat 3.6Carbs FrieslandCampina Consumer Dairy US, Inc. Smoked Gouda Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 317kcal 23.3Protein 26.7Fat 0Carbs SawStop, LLC Spreadable Brie Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 264kcal 17.9Protein 21.4Fat 0Carbs SawStop, LLC Spreadable Gouda Cheese With Red Pepper Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 257kcal 14.3Protein 21.4Fat 1.8Carbs SawStop, LLC Spreadable Gouda With Mustard Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 236kcal 14.3Protein 17.9Fat 3.6Carbs Artisan Made Foods LLC Mild Smoked Gouda Dip Dips & Salsa 333kcal 20Protein 30Fat 0Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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