Ingredient

The Following Added Disodium EDTA

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Disodium EDTA is added to foods to prevent spoilage by chelating (binding) metal ions …

What is The Following Added Disodium EDTA?

Disodium EDTA is a synthetic compound used to bind metal ions. It is manufactured through a chemical process involving ethylenediamine and sodium cyanide or sodium chloroacetate.

Is The Following Added Disodium EDTA vegan?

The Following Added Disodium EDTA is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is The Following Added Disodium EDTA a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is The Following Added Disodium EDTA used for?

Disodium EDTA is added to foods to prevent spoilage by chelating (binding) metal ions that can cause oxidation and color changes.

Is The Following Added Disodium EDTA safe?

Disodium EDTA is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive.

Why it's used

Disodium EDTA is added to foods to prevent spoilage by chelating (binding) metal ions that can cause oxidation and color changes. It is often found in canned goods, dressings, and sauces to maintain product quality and appearance.

Health notes

Disodium EDTA is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it. At typical consumption levels, it is not expected to cause adverse health effects. Some studies have explored its potential health effects, but more research is needed to fully understand them.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. It is a synthetic chemical compound and is not derived from any of the FDA's major allergens.

Foods that contain The Following Added Disodium EDTA

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Chick Peas Garbanzo Beans, Chick Peas Unified Grocers, Inc. Chick Peas Garbanzo Beans, Chick Peas Canned & Bottled Beans 92kcal 5.4Protein 1.5Fat 15.4Carbs Garbanzo Beans, Garbanzo Safeway, Inc. Garbanzo Beans, Garbanzo Canned & Bottled Beans 92kcal 5.4Protein 1.5Fat 15.4Carbs International Modern Investmnt Chick Peas Canned & Bottled Beans High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 92kcal 4.6Protein 1.5Fat 15.4Carbs Harmons Inc Garbanzo Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 92kcal 4.6Protein 1.5Fat 15.4Carbs Supervalu, Inc. Garbanzo Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 92kcal 5.4Protein 1.5Fat 15.4Carbs Purcell Inc. Chick Peas, Garbanzos Canned & Bottled Beans 92kcal 5.4Protein 1.5Fat 15.4Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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