Lemon Juice Concentrate And Calcium Disodium EDTA
What is Lemon Juice Concentrate And Calcium Disodium EDTA?
Lemon juice concentrate is made by removing water from lemon juice. Calcium disodium EDTA (ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid) is a synthetic compound.
Is Lemon Juice Concentrate And Calcium Disodium EDTA vegan?
Lemon Juice Concentrate And Calcium Disodium EDTA is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Lemon Juice Concentrate And Calcium Disodium EDTA a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Lemon Juice Concentrate And Calcium Disodium EDTA used for?
Calcium disodium EDTA is used as a preservative to prevent spoilage by binding to metal ions that can cause oxidation.
Is Lemon Juice Concentrate And Calcium Disodium EDTA safe?
Calcium disodium EDTA is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a preservative.
Why it's used
Calcium disodium EDTA is used as a preservative to prevent spoilage by binding to metal ions that can cause oxidation. Lemon juice concentrate adds a lemon flavor and acidity. They are often found together in products like pickles, olives, and deli salads.
Health notes
Calcium disodium EDTA is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a preservative. It is approved for use in the EU by EFSA. JECFA has evaluated it and set an acceptable daily intake. At typical levels used in food, it is not expected to cause harm. Some studies have looked at its effects in high doses, but evidence at typical consumption levels is not concerning.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
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