Comparing E333II - Dicalcium citrate vs E999 - Quillaia extract

Overview

E333II - Dicalcium citrate

Dicalcium citrate (E333ii) is a calcium salt of citric acid used to control acidity, bind metal ions, and keep foods stable. It has a mild taste, works well in drinks and dairy, and can also add a small amount of calcium.

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E999 - Quillaia extract

Quillaia extract (E999) is a natural foaming agent and emulsifier made from the bark of the soapbark tree, Quillaja saponaria. It helps beverages foam and keeps oil-based flavors evenly mixed, especially in soft drinks and mixers. It is permitted in both the EU and the United States at levels set by regulation.

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Synonyms
E333ii
Dicalcium citrate
E999
Quillaia extract
Soapbark extract
Quillay bark extract
Panama bark extract
Quillai extract
Murillo bark extract
Quillaia
Functions
acidity regulatorsequestrantstabilizer
emulsifierfoaming agent
Origins
Plant
Microbiological
Synthetic
Mineral
Plant
Products

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Found in 95 products

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Popular questions

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  1. What is e999 kindle error?

    E999 is quillaia extract, a saponin-rich soapbark extract used as a foaming/emulsifying agent in foods and drinks. Any “Kindle error” reference to E999 is unrelated to this food additive.

  2. What is quillaia extract in root beer?

    In root beer, quillaia extract is a natural foaming agent that creates and stabilizes the creamy head and can help disperse flavor oils.

  3. What is quillaia extract made from?

    It’s made from the inner bark and small branches of the soapbark tree (Quillaja saponaria), rich in saponins along with tannins and other polyphenols.

  4. Why is quillaia extract in root beer?

    It’s added to provide foam and improve emulsification, helping keep flavor oils evenly dispersed.

  5. An e-code from category e990 – e999 would be reported in which of the following circumstances?

    When a product contains one of these ‘miscellaneous’ additives and must list it on the ingredient label; for example, E999 appears on permitted soft drinks or desserts where it’s used as a foaming/humectant agent.

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