A salt of adipic acid used as an acidity regulator and buffering agent in food. It helps maintain stable pH and can also act as a mild preservative. Approved in the EU but authorised in very few food categories, meaning you'll rarely encounter it. Considered safe at typical use levels by EFSA.
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