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E 507Acidity Regulators & Anti-caking Agents

Hydrochloric acid

Characteristics

Additive NameHydrochloric acid
E No.E 507
TypeIndividual Substance
In plain language

A strong mineral acid used in tiny amounts to regulate acidity during food processing — not as a final ingredient. It helps control pH in starch processing and some dairy or cereal-based products, and is typically neutralised or removed before the product reaches consumers. Naturally present in human stomach acid, which puts its chemistry in perspective. At the trace levels permitted in food, it poses no health concern. Regulatory bodies including EFSA consider it safe within authorised uses. The appearance in baby foods sounds alarming, but concentrations are strictly controlled and the acid does not persist in the final product.

Conditions of Use

This additive is authorised to be used in the following 3 food categories:

13.1.3Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods as defined by Regulation (EU) No 609/2013
Quantum satis (no max)
only processed cereal based foods and baby foods, only for pH adjustment
Quantum satis (no max)
only as rising agent
1.10Milk-based drinks and similar products intended for young children*
Quantum satis (no max)
only for pH adjustment

Source

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E 507 - Hydrochloric acid | E-Number Information