Ingredient

Vitamin C Salt

Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add vitamin C salts to foods as an antioxidant to prevent spoilage and …

What is Vitamin C Salt?

Vitamin C salt is a form of Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid. It is a water-soluble vitamin that occurs naturally in many fruits and vegetables. It can be produced commercially through chemical synthesis.

Is Vitamin C Salt vegan?

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

Is Vitamin C Salt gluten-free?

Vitamin C salts are not derived from any of the 9 major allergens and do not contain gluten.

What is Vitamin C Salt used for?

Manufacturers add vitamin C salts to foods as an antioxidant to prevent spoilage and maintain color, especially in cut fruits and vegetables.

Is Vitamin C Salt safe?

Vitamin C is an essential nutrient for human health, supporting the immune system and acting as an antioxidant.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add vitamin C salts to foods as an antioxidant to prevent spoilage and maintain color, especially in cut fruits and vegetables. It also acts as a nutrient to fortify foods.

Health notes

Vitamin C is an essential nutrient for human health, supporting the immune system and acting as an antioxidant. The FDA considers vitamin C and its salts to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for use in food. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated vitamin C and established acceptable daily intake levels.

Allergen info

Vitamin C salts are not derived from any of the 9 major allergens and do not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Vitamin C Salt

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.