Freshness Preserved By Sodium Metabisulfite And BHT
What is Freshness Preserved By Sodium Metabisulfite And BHT?
Sodium metabisulfite is a white or slightly yellowish crystalline powder. It is a salt of sulfurous acid, often produced industrially from sulfur dioxide. It is used as a preservative and antioxidant.
Is Freshness Preserved By Sodium Metabisulfite And BHT vegan?
Freshness Preserved By Sodium Metabisulfite And BHT is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Freshness Preserved By Sodium Metabisulfite And BHT a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Freshness Preserved By Sodium Metabisulfite And BHT used for?
Sodium metabisulfite is added to foods to prevent spoilage by inhibiting the growth of bacteria and fungi, and to preserve color.
Is Freshness Preserved By Sodium Metabisulfite And BHT safe?
Sodium metabisulfite is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as an antioxidant and preservative.
Why it's used
Sodium metabisulfite is added to foods to prevent spoilage by inhibiting the growth of bacteria and fungi, and to preserve color. It is often found in dried fruits, processed potatoes, and some wines.
Health notes
Sodium metabisulfite is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as an antioxidant and preservative. It can cause allergic reactions in some individuals, particularly those with asthma. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated sodium metabisulfite and established an acceptable daily intake.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. Sulfites can cause reactions in sensitive individuals, but are not considered one of the nine major allergens.
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