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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
It is used as a stabilizer and thickener in foods. It helps to improve …
What it is
Sodium calcium alginate is a salt derived from alginic acid, which is a natural polysaccharide found in brown seaweed. It is produced by reacting alginic acid with sodium carbonate and calcium chloride.
Why it's used
It is used as a stabilizer and thickener in foods. It helps to improve texture and prevent separation in products like dairy desserts, sauces, and processed fruits.
Health notes
In the United States, sodium calcium alginate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. International bodies like JECFA have also evaluated it. At typical consumption levels found in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Sodium calcium alginate is derived from seaweed and is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
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