Ingredient

Salt Brine

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use salt brine mainly as a preservative, as it helps prevent the growth …

What it is

Salt brine is a solution made by dissolving salt (sodium chloride) in water. The concentration of salt in the water can vary depending on its intended use.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use salt brine mainly as a preservative, as it helps prevent the growth of unwanted microorganisms in foods. It is commonly found in pickled vegetables, olives, and some cheeses, where it also adds flavor and can affect texture.

Health notes

Salt (sodium chloride), the primary component of salt brine, is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). While essential for bodily functions, consuming too much sodium can be a health concern. The FDA's Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 milligrams per day. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated sodium chloride as a nutrient and essential dietary component.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Salt Brine

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United Natural Foods, Inc. Haddon House, Imported Pepperoncini In Vinegar Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 28kcal 0Protein 0Fat 5.6Carbs Flavor Delite Inc. Non Pareil Capers Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 6.7Carbs B&G Foods, Inc. B&G, Spanish Style Capote Capers Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs L and S Packing Co Inc Paesana, Greek Golden Pepperoncini Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 32kcal 0Protein 0Fat 6.5Carbs Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. Sauerkraut Canned Vegetables High in sodium — 38% DV per serving 22kcal 0Protein 0Fat 2.9Carbs Harris-Teeter Inc. Marinated Pepperoncini, Marinated Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 32kcal 0Protein 0Fat 6.5Carbs Eichten's Hidden Acres Cheese Farm Smoked Gouda, Smoked Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 357kcal 25Protein 28.6Fat 3.6Carbs Eichten's Hidden Acres Cheese Farm Tomato Basil Gouda, Tomato Basil Cheese 357kcal 25Protein 28.6Fat 3.6Carbs
Vinegar (5 products) Citric Acid (3 products) Water (3 products) FD&C Yellow #5 (3 products) Cheese Culture (2 products) Benzoate Of Soda And Sodium Bisulfite (2 products) Capers (2 products) Peppers (2 products) Vegetable Rennet (2 products) As Preservatives (1 products)

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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