Ingredient · E316

Sodium Erthorbate

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add sodium erythorbate to foods as an antioxidant to preserve color and flavor, …

What is Sodium Erthorbate?

Sodium erythorbate is the sodium salt of erythorbic acid, a form of vitamin C. It is synthesized from corn starch through a fermentation process. It is commonly used as an antioxidant.

Is Sodium Erthorbate vegan?

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

Is Sodium Erthorbate gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Sodium Erthorbate a major allergen?

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

What is Sodium Erthorbate used for?

Manufacturers add sodium erythorbate to foods as an antioxidant to preserve color and flavor, and to speed up the curing process in meats.

Is Sodium Erthorbate safe?

Sodium erythorbate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food additive.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add sodium erythorbate to foods as an antioxidant to preserve color and flavor, and to speed up the curing process in meats. It is frequently found in cured meats like pepperoni, salami, and hot dogs, as well as in frozen breakfast items.

Health notes

Sodium erythorbate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food additive. It is an isomer of sodium ascorbate (vitamin C) and is not associated with adverse health effects at typical consumption levels. Both JECFA and EFSA have evaluated sodium erythorbate and established acceptable daily intakes. There is no significant controversy regarding its safety.

Allergen info

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

Foods that contain Sodium Erthorbate

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Krazy Cajun Smoked Sausage Links Richard'S Krazy Cajun Smoked Sausage Links Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 268kcal 14.3Protein 21.4Fat 5.4Carbs
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Eckrich, Bunsize Frank Eckrich Eckrich, Bunsize Frank Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 300kcal 10Protein 26Fat 8Carbs
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Pepperroni Tillamook Country Smoker Pepperroni Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 500kcal 28.6Protein 39.3Fat 7.1Carbs
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Chicken & Bacon Fried Rice White Meat Chicken, Bacon, Fried Rice, Peas, Carrots, & Onion, Chicken & Bacon Fried Rice Scott & Jon'S Chicken & Bacon Fried Rice White Meat Chicken, Bacon, Fried Rice, Peas, Carrots, & Onion, Chicken & Bacon Fried Rice Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 35% DV per serving 128kcal 7.0Protein 3.1Fat 19.4Carbs
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Brioche Roll With Honey Mustard Carved Ham & Baby Swiss Sandwich, Brioche Roll With Honey Mustard WAWA Brioche Roll With Honey Mustard Carved Ham & Baby Swiss Sandwich, Brioche Roll With Honey Mustard Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 66% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 220kcal 12.7Protein 8.1Fat 24.9Carbs
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Chicken & Bacon Alfredo White Meat Chicken, Bacon, Broccoli, & Penne With Alfredo Sauce, Chicken & Bacon Alfredo Scott & Jon'S Chicken & Bacon Alfredo White Meat Chicken, Bacon, Broccoli, & Penne With Alfredo Sauce, Chicken & Bacon Alfredo Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 128kcal 9.2Protein 3.5Fat 15.0Carbs
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Meijer Meijer, Boneless Sliced Honey Ham, Hickory Smoked Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 119kcal 15.5Protein 4.2Fat 3.6Carbs
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Topco Associates Bacon Breakfast Bowl Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 38% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 57% DV per serving 177kcal 10.6Protein 8.6Fat 14.1Carbs
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Hormel Pork, Bacon 18/22 L/O Fzn Meat/Poultry/Other Animals Unprepared/Unprocessed 500kcal 33.3Protein 38.9Fat 0Carbs
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Buckley Farms Pork Meatballs Bacon, Sausages & Ribs High in sodium — 45% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 301kcal 15.9Protein 25.7Fat 0.9Carbs
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@Ease Meat Lovers Hearty Potatoes, Scrambled Eggs, Crumbled Sausage And Bacon In A Creamy Cheddar Cheese Sauce Breakfast Bowl, Meat Lovers Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 36% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 44% DV per serving 187kcal 7.6Protein 10.6Fat 13.6Carbs
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Hickory Sweet Thick Sliced Bacon Bacon, Sausages & Ribs 500kcal 25Protein 41.7Fat 0Carbs
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Superpretzel Cheddar Cheese Soft Pretzel Mini Beef And Cheese Hot Dogs, Cheddar Cheese Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 267kcal 11.1Protein 15.6Fat 24.4Carbs
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Harris Teeter Deli Shaved Slices Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts 89kcal 16.1Protein 1.8Fat 3.6Carbs
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Great American Seafood Breaded Crunchy Tilapia Fillets Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 221kcal 10.6Protein 10.6Fat 20.4Carbs
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Petit Jean Meats Old Style Cracker Bologna Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 232kcal 12.5Protein 17.9Fat 3.6Carbs
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Southern Home Cooked Ham Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts 107kcal 17.9Protein 3.6Fat 3.6Carbs
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Carolina Pride Cured Pork Hocks Other Meats High in sodium — 71% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 50% DV per serving 212kcal 25.7Protein 11.5Fat 0Carbs
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Chappell Hill Smoked Jalapeno Sausage Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 211kcal 14.0Protein 26.3Fat 0Carbs
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Kitchen Fresh Foods Ham & Pepperoni Wedge Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 65% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 247kcal 13.8Protein 11.5Fat 24.1Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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