Triethyl Citrate
What is Triethyl Citrate?
Triethyl citrate is an ester made from citric acid and ethanol. Citric acid is found naturally in citrus fruits, and ethanol can be produced through fermentation. The process involves reacting these two components to create the ester.
Is Triethyl Citrate vegan?
Triethyl Citrate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Triethyl Citrate gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Triethyl Citrate a major allergen?
Triethyl citrate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is Triethyl Citrate used for?
Manufacturers use triethyl citrate as a firming agent, solvent, and plasticizer.
Is Triethyl Citrate safe?
In the U.S., triethyl citrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use triethyl citrate as a firming agent, solvent, and plasticizer. It helps maintain the texture and consistency of foods, particularly in products like gelatin, gels, and desserts. It can also be found in baked goods and frozen desserts.
Health notes
In the U.S., triethyl citrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. Regulatory bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated triethyl citrate. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects. Evidence does not suggest significant health concerns.
Allergen info
Triethyl citrate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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