Water Citric Acid
What is Water Citric Acid?
Citric acid is a weak organic acid found naturally in citrus fruits like lemons and limes. It is commercially produced through the fermentation of carbohydrates by microorganisms, most commonly Aspergillus niger. It is a colorless crystalline solid that is highly soluble in water.
Is Water Citric Acid vegan?
Water Citric Acid is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Water Citric Acid gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Water Citric Acid a major allergen?
Citric acid is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA.
What is Water Citric Acid used for?
Citric acid is widely used as an acidity regulator, flavor enhancer, and preservative in food and beverages.
Is Water Citric Acid safe?
In the U.S., citric acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food additive.
Why it's used
Citric acid is widely used as an acidity regulator, flavor enhancer, and preservative in food and beverages. Its tart taste makes it a popular addition to candies, jams, and soft drinks. It also helps prevent spoilage and maintain the color and texture of processed foods.
Health notes
In the U.S., citric acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food additive. It is considered safe for consumption at typical dietary levels. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated citric acid and found it safe. There are no widespread health controversies associated with its consumption at normal levels.
Allergen info
Citric acid is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Water Citric Acid
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Whitman's Candies, Inc.
Assorted Chocolates, Assorted
High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving
444kcal
3.7Protein
18.5Fat
63.0Carbs
Bray Gourmet Specialties LLC
Original Smoked Turkey Salad, Original
High in sodium — 29% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving
260kcal
12Protein
23Fat
5Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Tropical Guava Flavor Drink Enhancer, Tropical Guava
0kcal
0Protein
0Fat
50Carbs
Conagra Brands, Inc.
Sweet & Sour Red Cabbage
67kcal
0Protein
0Fat
16.7Carbs
Ahold USA, Inc.
Ahold, Spinach Dip
267kcal
3.3Protein
23.3Fat
6.7Carbs
Dierberg's Markets, Inc.
Grilled Chicken Parmesan With Creamy Herb Dressing Salads
High in sodium — 43% DV per serving
198kcal
—Protein
16.9Fat
—Carbs
Kenneth Wyatt Galleries
Mild Hatch Green Chile Salsa, Mild Hatch Green Chile
18kcal
0Protein
0Fat
7.1Carbs
Eat Local
Indian Style Cheese & Spinach Curry, Indian Style Cheese & Spinach
High in sodium — 26% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
118kcal
5.2Protein
8.5Fat
6.4Carbs
Byerly Foods International
Orange Ginger Homestyle Recipe Sauce, Orange Ginger
117kcal
0Protein
0Fat
23.3Carbs
Fresh Mix LLC
Mini Pancakes Snack Tray With Nutella, Strawberries, Blueberries And A Hard Boiled Egg
High in cholesterol — 63% DV per serving
148kcal
6.3Protein
3.5Fat
19.0Carbs
Energy Sprouts Inc.
Mild Salsa, Mild
34kcal
0Protein
0Fat
6.9Carbs
Gourmet Gardens Speciality Foods, Inc.
Whole Fig Preserves
222kcal
0Protein
0Fat
55.6Carbs
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