Ingredient · E200

Sorbic Acid Added

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Sorbic acid and its salts are added to foods to inhibit the growth of …

What it is

Sorbic acid is a naturally occurring compound found in some plants, like rowan berries. Industrially, it is typically produced synthetically from petrochemicals. It is commonly used as a food preservative.

Why it's used

Sorbic acid and its salts are added to foods to inhibit the growth of mold, yeast, and some bacteria. This helps extend the shelf life of products. It is frequently found in baked goods, dairy products, dried fruits, and processed meats.

Health notes

In the U.S., sorbic acid is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food preservative. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated sorbic acid. It is generally considered safe at typical consumption levels. Some individuals may experience mild skin irritation or allergic reactions, though these are rare.

Allergen info

Sorbic acid is not derived from any of the nine major food allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Sorbic Acid Added

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Colony Brands, Inc. The Wisconsin Cheeseman, Cream Cheese & Salad Dressing, Spinach, Spinach Cheese High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 300kcal 6.7Protein 30Fat 6.7Carbs Colony Brands, Inc. The Wisconsin Cheeseman, Incredible Spreadables, Cream Cheese & Salad Dressing With Natural Shrimp Flavor, Shrimp Flavor, Shrimp Flavor Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 333kcal 6.7Protein 33.3Fat 6.7Carbs Lipari Foods Operating Company, LLC Chocolate Cheese Fudge Without Walnuts Candy 482kcal 7.1Protein 25Fat 53.6Carbs Milton G. Waldbaum Company American Deluxe Pasteurized Process American Cheese, American Cheese Cheese 368kcal 15.8Protein 26.3Fat 10.5Carbs Milton G. Waldbaum Company American Deluxe Slices Pasteurized Process Cheese, American Cheese 368kcal 15.8Protein 26.3Fat 10.5Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Turkey & Cheddar Cracker Stackers Oscar Mayer Lean Turkey, Kraft Reduced Fat Cheddar Pasteurized Process Cheese, Crackers, Capri Sun Fruit Punch, Airheads Blue Raspberry And Cherry Lunch Combinations, Turkey & Cheddar Cracker Stackers Lunch Snacks & Combinations High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 390kcal 12.2Protein 11.0Fat 59.8Carbs Eby-Brown Company L.P. Ham, Egg & Cheese Muffin, Ham, Egg & Cheese Prepared Subs & Sandwiches 198kcal 11.0Protein 6.3Fat 22.8Carbs Colony Brands, Inc. The Wisconsin Cheeseman, Incredible Spreadables, Cream Cheese With Sweet Hot Peppers, Sweet Hot Peppers, Sweet Hot Peppers Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 300kcal 3.3Protein 23.3Fat 13.3Carbs South Broad Street Property, L.P. Pinot Grigio & Fig Cheese Spread Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 321kcal 14.3Protein 21.4Fat 17.9Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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