Ingredient

Vitamin C And Citric Acid

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Vitamin C and citric acid are often added to foods and beverages to enhance …

What is Vitamin C And Citric Acid?

Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a vitamin found naturally in many fruits and vegetables. Citric acid is a weak organic acid found naturally in citrus fruits. Both can be produced commercially through fermentation processes using microorganisms.

Is Vitamin C And Citric Acid vegan?

Vitamin C And Citric Acid is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Vitamin C And Citric Acid gluten-free?

They do not contain gluten.

Is Vitamin C And Citric Acid a major allergen?

Neither vitamin C nor citric acid are derived from the major allergens recognized by the FDA (milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, sesame).

What is Vitamin C And Citric Acid used for?

Vitamin C and citric acid are often added to foods and beverages to enhance flavor, preserve freshness by acting as an antioxidant, and increase acidity.

Is Vitamin C And Citric Acid safe?

Vitamin C is an essential nutrient for humans.

Why it's used

Vitamin C and citric acid are often added to foods and beverages to enhance flavor, preserve freshness by acting as an antioxidant, and increase acidity. They are commonly found in fruit juices, jams, candies, and processed fruits and vegetables.

Health notes

Vitamin C is an essential nutrient for humans. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) lists both vitamin C and citric acid as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for use in food. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated these substances. At typical dietary intake levels, they are considered safe.

Allergen info

Neither vitamin C nor citric acid are derived from the major allergens recognized by the FDA (milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, sesame). They do not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Vitamin C And Citric Acid

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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