Sodium Ery Thorbate
What is Sodium Ery Thorbate?
Sodium erythorbate is a synthetic antioxidant. It is the sodium salt of erythorbic acid, which is a stereoisomer of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C). It is produced commercially through the fermentation of sugars by specific microorganisms.
Is Sodium Ery Thorbate vegan?
Sodium Ery Thorbate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Sodium Ery Thorbate gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Sodium Ery Thorbate a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Sodium Ery Thorbate used for?
Manufacturers add sodium erythorbate to cured meats and other processed foods to preserve color and flavor, and to speed up the curing process.
Is Sodium Ery Thorbate safe?
Sodium erythorbate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add sodium erythorbate to cured meats and other processed foods to preserve color and flavor, and to speed up the curing process. It acts as an antioxidant, preventing the oxidation of fats and the browning of meats, which helps maintain a desirable pink or red color. It is commonly found in products like bacon, ham, hot dogs, and canned meats.
Health notes
Sodium erythorbate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. It is structurally similar to Vitamin C and is metabolized similarly by the body. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it and found it to be safe. There are no significant health controversies associated with its typical use in food.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Sodium Ery Thorbate
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Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
White Meat Chicken Bacon Ranch Sub, White Meat Chicken Bacon Ranch
High in sodium — 56% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving
233kcal
12.3Protein
10.1Fat
24.7Carbs
Atkins Nutritionals, Inc.
Stone Fired Three Meat Pepperoni, Italian Sausage & Bacon With A Blend Of Three Cheeses Pizza, Stone Fired Three Meat
High in sodium — 52% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving
250kcal
15.8Protein
17.1Fat
17.1Carbs
Smart & Final Iris Corporation
Bacon Flavored Luncheon Meat, Bacon
High in sodium — 23% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
339kcal
12.5Protein
30.4Fat
—Carbs
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