E331: Disodium citrate

What is E331?

E-number

E331 — Disodium citrate

Function

Emulsifier, Sequestrant, and Stabiliser

Products

Found in 165 products

DISODIUM CITRATE, more properly, disodium hydrogen citrate, is an acid salt of citric acid with the chemical formula Na2C6H6O7. It is used as an antioxidant in food and to improve the effects of other antioxidants. It is also used as an acidity regulator and sequestrant. Typical products include gelatin, jam, sweets, ice cream, carbonated beverages, milk powder, wine, and processed cheeses.

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