Ingredient · E223

Salt And Sodium Metabisulfite

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Salt is primarily used to enhance flavor in a wide variety of foods. Sodium …

What is Salt And Sodium Metabisulfite?

Salt, also known as sodium chloride, is a mineral naturally found in seawater and underground deposits. Sodium metabisulfite is a white or slightly yellowish crystalline powder with a sulfurous odor. It is a salt of sulfurous acid, often produced industrially.

Is Salt And Sodium Metabisulfite vegan?

Salt And Sodium Metabisulfite is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Salt And Sodium Metabisulfite gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Salt And Sodium Metabisulfite a major allergen?

Sodium metabisulfite is not derived from any of the nine major allergens.

What is Salt And Sodium Metabisulfite used for?

Salt is primarily used to enhance flavor in a wide variety of foods.

Is Salt And Sodium Metabisulfite safe?

Salt intake is a public health concern, with major health organizations recommending reduced consumption.

Why it's used

Salt is primarily used to enhance flavor in a wide variety of foods. Sodium metabisulfite is used as a preservative and antioxidant, particularly in dried fruits, wines, and some processed seafood to prevent browning and spoilage.

Health notes

Salt intake is a public health concern, with major health organizations recommending reduced consumption. Excessive sodium intake is linked to high blood pressure. Sodium metabisulfite is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a preservative. JECFA has evaluated sodium metabisulfite and established an acceptable daily intake. Some individuals may experience sensitivity or allergic-type reactions to sulfites, including sodium metabisulfite.

Allergen info

Sodium metabisulfite is not derived from any of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Salt And Sodium Metabisulfite

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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