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E 578Acidity Regulators & Anti-caking Agents

Calcium gluconate

Characteristics

Additive NameCalcium gluconate
E No.E 578
TypeIndividual Substance
In plain language

A calcium salt of gluconic acid, used as an acidity regulator and firming agent. It helps stabilise texture and control pH in certain food products. Found mainly in powdered and tablet-form tabletop sweeteners, where it acts as a bulking or stabilising aid. Considered safe by EFSA and FDA, with no significant health concerns at the levels used in food.

Conditions of Use

This additive is authorised to be used in the following 2 food categories:

11.4.2table-top sweeteners in powder form
Quantum satis (no max)
11.4.3table-top sweeteners in tablets
Quantum satis (no max)

Source

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E 578 - Calcium gluconate | E-Number Information