Natural Calcium Chloride
What is Natural Calcium Chloride?
Calcium chloride is a salt made from calcium and chlorine. It is found naturally in minerals and is also produced commercially from limestone or brine. It is often used as a food additive to improve texture and flavor.
Is Natural Calcium Chloride vegan?
Natural Calcium Chloride is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Natural Calcium Chloride gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Natural Calcium Chloride a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Natural Calcium Chloride used for?
Manufacturers add calcium chloride to foods to firm up fruits and vegetables, and to add a salty flavor.
Is Natural Calcium Chloride safe?
Calcium chloride is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add calcium chloride to foods to firm up fruits and vegetables, and to add a salty flavor. It is commonly found in canned vegetables, pickles, and firming agents for tofu.
Health notes
Calcium chloride is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of calcium, an essential nutrient. JECFA has evaluated calcium chloride and found it to have no safety concerns at typical intake levels. It is not known to be associated with any major health controversies.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Natural Calcium Chloride
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