To Maintain Flavor And Firmness
What is To Maintain Flavor And Firmness?
This ingredient is a type of salt, specifically sodium benzoate. It is a white crystalline powder that is often produced by reacting toluene with sodium hydroxide. It is commonly used as a preservative in foods and beverages.
Is To Maintain Flavor And Firmness vegan?
To Maintain Flavor And Firmness is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is To Maintain Flavor And Firmness gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is To Maintain Flavor And Firmness a major allergen?
Sodium benzoate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is To Maintain Flavor And Firmness used for?
Sodium benzoate is added to foods and drinks to prevent the growth of mold, yeast, and bacteria, thus extending shelf life.
Is To Maintain Flavor And Firmness safe?
In the U.S., sodium benzoate is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food preservative.
Why it's used
Sodium benzoate is added to foods and drinks to prevent the growth of mold, yeast, and bacteria, thus extending shelf life. It is most effective in acidic conditions, which is why it's frequently found in carbonated drinks, jams, jellies, pickles, and salad dressings.
Health notes
In the U.S., sodium benzoate is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food preservative. When combined with ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) in beverages, it can form small amounts of benzene, a potential carcinogen. However, levels are typically very low and the FDA has stated that the risk is minimal. JECFA has evaluated sodium benzoate and established an acceptable daily intake. EFSA has also evaluated it.
Allergen info
Sodium benzoate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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