Calcium iodate
What is Calcium iodate?
Calcium iodate is an inorganic salt. It is produced by reacting calcium hydroxide or calcium carbonate with iodic acid. It is a white crystalline powder.
Is Calcium iodate vegan?
Calcium iodate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Calcium iodate gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Calcium iodate a major allergen?
Calcium iodate is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Calcium iodate used for?
Calcium iodate is used as a source of iodine in fortified foods, particularly in bread.
Is Calcium iodate safe?
Calcium iodate is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations.
Why it's used
Calcium iodate is used as a source of iodine in fortified foods, particularly in bread. It helps to ensure adequate iodine intake, which is essential for thyroid function.
Health notes
Calcium iodate is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. It is used as a nutrient to fortify foods with iodine. Iodine is an essential mineral for human health, particularly for the normal functioning of the thyroid gland. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has evaluated its safety. JECFA has also evaluated it and set an acceptable daily intake.
Allergen info
Calcium iodate is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Calcium iodate
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