Ingredient

Sodium Erythrocyte

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add sodium erythorbate to processed meats, cured meats, and some beverages. It helps …

What it is

Sodium erythorbate is a synthetic antioxidant, meaning it prevents oxidation, which can cause food to spoil or change color. It is chemically similar to vitamin C and is made in a laboratory from a chemical reaction involving erythrobic acid.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add sodium erythorbate to processed meats, cured meats, and some beverages. It helps to preserve color, prevent spoilage, and speed up the curing process in meats. It is also used as an antioxidant to maintain freshness in other food products.

Health notes

Sodium erythorbate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is not known to cause adverse health effects at the levels typically found in food. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it. There are no widespread controversies regarding its use at approved levels.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Sodium Erythrocyte

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Aqua Farms Crawfish, Inc. Roadrunner Eggs Poultry, Chicken & Turkey High in sodium — 50% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 214kcal 16.1Protein 13.4Fat 6.2Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Bacon! Honey BBQ Meatloaf Topped With Bacon Other Deli High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving 212kcal 16.8Protein 10.6Fat 12.4Carbs Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp. Sweet Smoked Ham, Sweet Smoked Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 140kcal 17.5Protein 3.5Fat 8.8Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Bacon! Sweet Sriracha Meatloaf Topped With Bacon Other Deli High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving 204kcal 15.9Protein 9.7Fat 11.5Carbs Aqua Farms Crawfish, Inc. Roadrunner Egg's, Chicken Breast With Onion And Cheddar Cheese Wrapped In Bacon Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 50% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 214kcal 16.1Protein 13.4Fat 6.2Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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