Ingredient · E331

Sodium Citrates

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Sodium citrates are used as acidity regulators, emulsifiers, and preservatives in a wide variety …

What it is

Sodium citrates are salts of citric acid, a weak organic acid found naturally in citrus fruits. They are produced commercially by the neutralization of citric acid with a sodium-containing base, such as sodium hydroxide or sodium carbonate. Sodium citrates are typically white crystalline powders.

Why it's used

Sodium citrates are used as acidity regulators, emulsifiers, and preservatives in a wide variety of foods. They help to control pH, prevent spoilage, and improve the texture and stability of products like jams, jellies, baked goods, and candies.

Health notes

Sodium citrates are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in food. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated sodium citrates and have not set a numeric limit for acceptable daily intake. At typical consumption levels found in food, they are not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Sodium citrates are not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens and do not contain gluten.

Products containing Sodium Citrates

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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