Ingredient · E316

Sodium Erythobate

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add sodium erythorbate to cured meats like pepperoni, salami, and hot dogs. It …

What it is

Sodium erythorbate is a synthetic antioxidant. It is the sodium salt of erythorbic acid, which is a stereoisomer of vitamin C (ascorbic acid). It is produced commercially through a fermentation process using microorganisms.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add sodium erythorbate to cured meats like pepperoni, salami, and hot dogs. It acts as a color fixative, helping to maintain the pink or red color of the meat. It also speeds up the curing process and helps prevent spoilage.

Health notes

Sodium erythorbate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. It is also permitted in the European Union. JECFA has evaluated sodium erythorbate and established an acceptable daily intake. It is structurally similar to vitamin C but does not provide vitamin C's nutritional benefits.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Sodium Erythobate

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Smithfield Farmland Corp. Pork & Bacon Sausage Links Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 482kcal 17.9Protein 44.6Fat 1.8Carbs Jennie-O Turkey Store, Inc. Schnucks, Premium Turkey Breast, Honey Roasted, Mesquite Smoked, Honey Roasted, Mesquite Smoked Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts 107kcal 17.9Protein 0.9Fat 3.6Carbs Milton G. Waldbaum Company Bacon Cheddar Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 321kcal 17.9Protein 25Fat 3.6Carbs Milton G. Waldbaum Company Crystal Farms, Bacon Cheddar Cheese 294kcal 17.6Protein 26.5Fat 0Carbs Monogram Food Solutions LLC Sliced Slab Bacon Bacon, Sausages & Ribs 571kcal 28.6Protein 50Fat 0Carbs The Hillshire Brands Company Hillshire Farm, Boneless Baked Honey Ham Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 107kcal 16.1Protein 2.7Fat 5.4Carbs Jennie-O Turkey Store, Inc. Mesquite Smoked Turkey Breast Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 89kcal 19.6Protein 0.9Fat 0Carbs Milton G. Waldbaum Company Bacon Cheddar Pasteurized Processed Cheddar Cheese Food With Bacon, Bacon Cheddar Cheese 294kcal 17.6Protein 26.5Fat 0Carbs Jennie-O Turkey Store, Inc. Mesquite Smoked Turkey Breast Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 89kcal 19.6Protein 0.9Fat 0Carbs Hearthside USA, LLC Blazing Buffalo Chicken, Bacon & Jalapeno Pepper Jack Cheese Club Sub, Blazing Buffalo Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 69% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 227kcal 17.3Protein 9.8Fat 16.9Carbs Thompson's Packing Company Ready To Eat Franks Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving —kcal 10.7Protein 32.1Fat 3.6Carbs Wakefern Food Corporation Corned Beef Slowly Simmered, Expertly Seasoned, Thinly-Sliced Corned Beef Brisket With Potatoes & Tender Green Cabbage Dinner, Corned Beef Cooked & Prepared High in sodium — 32% DV per serving 71kcal 3.9Protein 2.9Fat 7.0Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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