Ingredient · E282

Tortilla Preservative

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add calcium propionate to foods as a preservative to inhibit the growth of …

What it is

Calcium propionate is a salt of propionic acid. It is produced industrially by reacting propionic acid with calcium hydroxide. It appears as a white powder and is soluble in water.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add calcium propionate to foods as a preservative to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. This helps extend the shelf life of baked goods like tortillas, bread, and pastries. It is commonly found in packaged baked goods and prepared meals.

Health notes

Calcium propionate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. Studies on animals have not shown adverse effects from typical dietary intake. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated calcium propionate and established an acceptable daily intake. Some research has explored potential links between propionates and behavioral changes, but evidence is mixed and not conclusive at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Calcium propionate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Tortilla Preservative

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Flagship Food Group North America LLC Mega Breakfast Burritos Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 74% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 40% DV per serving 237kcal 7.8Protein 11.3Fat 26.5Carbs Villalobos Mexican Food Distributors, LLC Carne Adovada Pork & Potato Burrito, Carne Adovada Pork & Potato Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 103% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 279kcal 12.4Protein 4.4Fat 42.9Carbs Green Chile Concepts LLC Mild Beef & Potato Burrito, Mild, Beef & Potato Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 206kcal 9.4Protein 9.4Fat 22.9Carbs Poblano Chicken Quesadillas, Poblano Chicken Green Chile Concepts LLC Poblano Chicken Quesadillas, Poblano Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 51% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 212kcal 10.6Protein 9.6Fat 21.2Carbs Green Chile Concepts LLC Bean & Cheese Quesadillas, Bean & Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 50% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving 273kcal 11.6Protein 14.7Fat 24.8Carbs Southwest Steak Quesadillas, Southwest Steak Green Chile Concepts LLC Southwest Steak Quesadillas, Southwest Steak Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 55% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 242kcal 10.6Protein 13.1Fat 21.2Carbs Green Chile Concepts LLC Quesadillas Hatch Chiles Breakfast, Hatch Chiles Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 60% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 70% DV per serving 232kcal 11.1Protein 12.1Fat 19.7Carbs Mild Egg, Sausage & Cheddar Cheese Breakfast Burrito, Mild Egg, Sausage & Cheddar Cheese Green Chile Concepts LLC Mild Egg, Sausage & Cheddar Cheese Breakfast Burrito, Mild Egg, Sausage & Cheddar Cheese Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 47% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 45% DV per serving 200kcal 8.2Protein 8.8Fat 22.9Carbs Hatch Chiles Egg & Bacon Cheddar Cheese Breakfast Burrito, Hatch Chiles Egg & Bacon Cheddar Cheese Green Chile Concepts LLC Hatch Chiles Egg & Bacon Cheddar Cheese Breakfast Burrito, Hatch Chiles Egg & Bacon Cheddar Cheese Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 50% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 46% DV per serving 212kcal 9.4Protein 9.4Fat 22.9Carbs Pueblo Foods LLC/Mauro's Kitchen "Mild Bean And Beef Bean And Beef With Cheese And Mild Roasted Green Chile Burrito, "Mild Bean And Beef Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 47% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 184kcal 10.6Protein 8.2Fat 23.9Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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