Ingredient · E201, E202, E200

Sodium Propionate And Sorbic Acid

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
These ingredients are added to baked goods and other processed foods to extend shelf …

What it is

Sodium propionate and sorbic acid are preservatives used together to prevent the growth of mold and some bacteria in foods. Sodium propionate is a salt of propionic acid, which occurs naturally in some foods and is produced by bacterial fermentation. Sorbic acid is a naturally occurring organic compound that is also synthesized for food use.

Why it's used

These ingredients are added to baked goods and other processed foods to extend shelf life by inhibiting spoilage microorganisms. They are commonly found in cakes, cupcakes, cookies, snack cakes, and some prepared meals.

Health notes

Both sodium propionate and sorbic acid are approved for use in the U.S. by the FDA. They are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used as preservatives. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated these substances and established guidelines for their use. At typical consumption levels, they are not associated with adverse health effects for most people.

Allergen info

Neither sodium propionate nor sorbic acid are derived from any of the nine major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Sodium Propionate And Sorbic Acid

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SWEET P'S BAKE SHOP Petite Chocolate Gourmet Bundt Cakes, Rich Chocolate Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 450kcal 5Protein 25Fat 52.5Carbs Peanut Butter Wafers, Peanut Butter BAKER'S TREAT Peanut Butter Wafers, Peanut Butter Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 40% DV per serving 526kcal 8.8Protein 29.8Fat 57.9Carbs Peanut Butter Wafers, Peanut Butter LIDL Peanut Butter Wafers, Peanut Butter Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 40% DV per serving 526kcal 8.8Protein 29.8Fat 57.9Carbs TASTYKAKE Birthday Kake Flavored Mini Donuts, Birthday Kake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in added sugars — 50% DV per serving 371kcal 4.8Protein 11.3Fat 66.1Carbs Hannaford Bros. Co. Hannaford, Wafer Bars, Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 536kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 57.1Carbs MJAY's Specialty Baked Foods Inc. Spring Brownie Platter, Fudge Iced Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 375kcal 2.5Protein 11.2Fat 65Carbs Hostess Brands, LLC Mini Donuts, Gingerbread Spice Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 333kcal 5Protein 6.7Fat 63.3Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Yellow Corn Tortilla Mexican Dinner Mixes 237kcal 5.3Protein 2.6Fat 50Carbs MJAY's Specialty Baked Foods Inc. Brownies, Fudge Iced Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 391kcal 4.3Protein 13.0Fat 67.4Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Candy Topped Brownie, Fudge Iced Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 391kcal 4.3Protein 13.0Fat 69.6Carbs Flowers Foods, Inc. Buddy Bars Wafers, Peanut Butter Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 536kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 57.1Carbs Harris-Teeter Inc. Fudge Iced Brownies, Fudge Iced Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 380kcal 4Protein 12Fat 68Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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