Ingredient

For Firmness

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add calcium chloride to foods to help them keep their firmness, especially in …

What it is

Calcium chloride is a salt that is a form of calcium. It is made from limestone or from brine, which is salty water. It is often produced industrially through chemical processes.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add calcium chloride to foods to help them keep their firmness, especially in canned fruits and vegetables. It helps prevent them from becoming mushy during processing and storage. It is commonly found in canned beans, pickles, and some cheeses.

Health notes

Calcium chloride is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of calcium, which is an essential nutrient. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated its safety. At typical food levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Calcium chloride is not a major allergen and does not contain gluten.

Products containing For Firmness

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Pastore's Inc. Red Kidney Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 85kcal 5.4Protein 0Fat 14.6Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Dark Red Kidney Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 85kcal 5.4Protein 0Fat 14.6Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Dark Red Kidney Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 85kcal 5.4Protein 0Fat 14.6Carbs Draper Canning Company King Cole, Lima Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 72kcal 2.4Protein 0Fat 15.2Carbs Lowe's Food Stores, Inc. Lowes Foods, Dark Red Kidney Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 85kcal 5.4Protein 0Fat 14.6Carbs Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. Dark Red Kidney Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 85kcal 5.4Protein 0Fat 14.6Carbs Giant Eagle, Inc. Light Red Kidney Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 85kcal 5.4Protein 0Fat 14.6Carbs Price Chopper Supermarkets Light Red Kidney Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 85kcal 5.4Protein 0Fat 14.6Carbs Tops Markets, LLC Dark Red Kidney Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 85kcal 5.4Protein 0Fat 14.6Carbs Bruno's Supermarkets, Inc. Lima Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 112kcal 6.4Protein 0Fat 21.6Carbs Giant Eagle, Inc. Dark Red Kidney Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 85kcal 5.4Protein 0Fat 14.6Carbs Dark Red Kidney Beans Tops Markets, LLC Dark Red Kidney Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 85kcal 5.4Protein 0Fat 14.6Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.