Comparing E330 - Citric acid vs E517 - Ammonium sulphate
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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.
What is the formula for ammonium sulfate?
(NH4)2SO4.
Is ammonium sulfate flammable?
No—ammonium sulfate is not flammable; when strongly heated it decomposes, releasing ammonia and sulfur oxides.
What is ammonium sulfate used for?
Primarily as a fertilizer; as a food additive (E517) it’s used in small amounts as a dough conditioner and yeast nutrient in baking, and sometimes to help regulate acidity.
What is the chemical formula for ammonium sulfate?
(NH4)2SO4.