Erythorbate
What is Erythorbate?
Erythorbate is a food additive that is chemically identical to sodium erythorbate. It is a salt of erythorbic acid, which is a stereoisomer of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C). Erythorbic acid can be produced commercially through the bacterial fermentation of a sugar source, such as corn starch.
Is Erythorbate vegan?
Erythorbate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Erythorbate gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Erythorbate a major allergen?
Erythorbate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA.
What is Erythorbate used for?
Erythorbate is used as an antioxidant in cured meats, such as ham, bacon, and salami.
Is Erythorbate safe?
Erythorbate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in food.
Why it's used
Erythorbate is used as an antioxidant in cured meats, such as ham, bacon, and salami. It helps to preserve the color and flavor of the meat and prevents the formation of nitrosamines, which are potentially harmful compounds. It is also used in some processed foods to prevent spoilage and maintain quality.
Health notes
Erythorbate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in food. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it. It is not known to cause adverse health effects at typical consumption levels. Research has not found significant health concerns associated with its use in food.
Allergen info
Erythorbate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.
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