Comparing E330 - Citric acid vs E509 - Calcium chloride
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Is citric acid bad for you?
At typical food levels, citric acid (E330) is considered safe by major regulators (GRAS; EFSA/JECFA). Concentrated or frequent acidic exposure can irritate the mouth/stomach or contribute to tooth enamel erosion.
Where does the citric acid cycle occur?
In eukaryotic cells it occurs in the mitochondrial matrix; in bacteria it occurs in the cytosol.
What does citric acid do to your body?
It is a normal intermediate in energy metabolism and is readily metabolized to carbon dioxide and water. Citrate can bind minerals, which may enhance absorption of some and help prevent certain kidney stones by increasing urinary citrate.
Where does citric acid come from?
It occurs naturally in citrus fruits, but most food-grade citric acid is produced by fermenting sugars (e.g., from corn, beet, or cane) with Aspergillus niger.
How is citric acid made?
Industrially, sugars are fermented with Aspergillus niger to produce citric acid, then it is recovered and purified—often by precipitating calcium citrate and converting it back with sulfuric acid or via ion-exchange/crystallization.
Is calcium chloride safe?
Yes—calcium chloride (E509) is approved for use in foods and is generally recognized as safe at typical levels; concentrated solutions can irritate the mouth or stomach, so it’s used in small, regulated amounts.
Is calcium chloride bad for you?
Not at normal food-use levels; it supplies calcium and chloride and is not considered harmful when used as intended. Large amounts or non–food-grade products (like de-icers) can cause irritation or electrolyte disturbances.
Is calcium chloride safe for pets?
In small, food-grade amounts used in pet foods it’s generally safe. Exposure to de-icing products containing calcium chloride can irritate paws and the GI tract—rinse paws and contact a vet if a pet ingests a significant amount.
What is calcium chloride used for?
In foods it’s used as a firming agent and stabilizer (e.g., in canned vegetables and pickles), a coagulant in tofu/cheese making, and to adjust mineral content in brewing and beverages. Beyond food, it’s used for de-icing and as a desiccant.
What is calcium chloride in food?
It’s a mineral salt additive (E509) used as a firming agent, stabiliser, and coagulant to help maintain texture in products like canned tomatoes, pickles, tofu, and cheese, and it can also provide electrolytes in some drinks.