Ingredient · E300

To Prevent Discoloration

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Ascorbic acid is used to prevent discoloration in foods, especially in fruits, vegetables, and …

What it is

Ascorbic acid is a form of vitamin C. It is a white to slightly yellow crystalline powder. It can be produced synthetically from glucose, or it can be extracted from citrus fruits.

Why it's used

Ascorbic acid is used to prevent discoloration in foods, especially in fruits, vegetables, and seafood. It acts as an antioxidant, protecting the food from browning or fading. It is commonly found in frozen produce, processed meats, and baked goods.

Health notes

Ascorbic acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient or a preservative. It is an essential nutrient for human health, playing a role in immune function and collagen production. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated ascorbic acid and established an acceptable daily intake. Evidence does not suggest adverse effects at typical dietary intakes.

Allergen info

Ascorbic acid is not one of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing To Prevent Discoloration

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H & N Group, Inc. Headless Shell On Premium White Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 47% DV per serving 80kcal 18.6Protein 0.9Fat 0Carbs G.A.M.E. Records Hummus Dippers With White Grilled Chicken, Flat Bread & Sliced Apples Lunch Snacks & Combinations High in sodium — 35% DV per serving 145kcal 9.1Protein 5.4Fat 14.1Carbs Suram Trading Corp Peeled, Deveined, Tail-Off Medium-Large Cooked Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in cholesterol — 37% DV per serving 59kcal 12.9Protein 0.6Fat 0Carbs Suram Trading Corp Peeled, Deveined, Tail-Off Medium Cooked Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in cholesterol — 37% DV per serving 59kcal 12.9Protein 0.6Fat 0Carbs Delta Blue Aquaculture, LLC Easy Peel, Shell-On Raw Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 47% DV per serving 8kcal 18.6Protein 0.9Fat 0Carbs Woodbridge Publishing Company Peeled & Deveined Tail-Off Uncooked Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 53kcal 11.5Protein 0.9Fat 0Carbs Colorado Boxed Beef Co. Peeled And Deveined Tail Off Raw Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 53kcal 11.5Protein 0.9Fat 0Carbs H & N Group, Inc. Raw Peeled & Deveined Tail On Premium White Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 54kcal 11.6Protein 0.9Fat 0Carbs H & N Group, Inc. White Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in cholesterol — 52% DV per serving 98kcal 21.4Protein 0.9Fat 0Carbs

Safeway, Inc. Peeled & Deveined, Tail Off Large Raw Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 40% DV per serving 71kcal 12.4Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Lipari Foods Operating Company, LLC Tail-Off Cooked Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in cholesterol — 37% DV per serving 59kcal 12.9Protein 0.6Fat 0Carbs H & N Group, Inc. Raw Headless Shell-On Premium White Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in cholesterol — 48% DV per serving 89kcal 19.6Protein 0.9Fat 0Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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