Sodium Propionate And Citric Acid And Potassium Sorbate
What is Sodium Propionate And Citric Acid And Potassium Sorbate?
Sodium propionate is a salt of propionic acid, a naturally occurring fatty acid. Citric acid is a weak organic acid found naturally in citrus fruits. Potassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, an organic compound that occurs naturally but is usually produced synthetically. These ingredients are often produced through chemical synthesis.
Is Sodium Propionate And Citric Acid And Potassium Sorbate vegan?
Sodium Propionate And Citric Acid And Potassium Sorbate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Sodium Propionate And Citric Acid And Potassium Sorbate gluten-free?
They do not contain gluten.
Is Sodium Propionate And Citric Acid And Potassium Sorbate a major allergen?
None of these ingredients are derived from the major allergens recognized by the FDA (milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, sesame).
What is Sodium Propionate And Citric Acid And Potassium Sorbate used for?
This combination of ingredients is primarily used as a preservative in baked goods, particularly in crusts and doughs.
Is Sodium Propionate And Citric Acid And Potassium Sorbate safe?
Sodium propionate, citric acid, and potassium sorbate are all approved for use in food by the FDA.
Why it's used
This combination of ingredients is primarily used as a preservative in baked goods, particularly in crusts and doughs. They work together to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria, extending the shelf life of products like pie crusts.
Health notes
Sodium propionate, citric acid, and potassium sorbate are all approved for use in food by the FDA. Sodium propionate and potassium sorbate are generally recognized as safe (GRAS). Citric acid is also GRAS. These substances have been evaluated by international bodies like JECFA and EFSA. At typical consumption levels found in food, they are not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
None of these ingredients are derived from the major allergens recognized by the FDA (milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, sesame). They do not contain gluten.
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