A salt of citric acid used as an acidity regulator, emulsifying salt, and preservative across dozens of food categories — from dairy and jams to canned vegetables and seafood. It helps stabilise texture, control pH, and extend shelf life. Derived from citric acid, which occurs naturally in citrus fruits, though the additive itself is synthetically produced via fermentation. Widely considered safe by EFSA and FDA, with no significant health concerns at typical dietary levels.
This additive is authorised to be used in the following 22 food categories:
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