Tricalcium citrate
What is Tricalcium citrate?
Tricalcium citrate is a calcium salt of citric acid. It is produced by the neutralisation of citric acid with a calcium source. It is commonly used as a food additive.
Is Tricalcium citrate vegan?
Tricalcium citrate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Tricalcium citrate a major allergen?
Tricalcium citrate is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Tricalcium citrate used for?
Tricalcium citrate functions as an acidity regulator and a calcium source in food products.
Is Tricalcium citrate safe?
Tricalcium citrate is authorised as a food additive in the UK and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations.
Why it's used
Tricalcium citrate functions as an acidity regulator and a calcium source in food products. It is often found in cheese substitutes, desserts, and baked goods to help control pH and enhance texture. It can also be used to fortify foods with calcium.
Health notes
Tricalcium citrate is authorised as a food additive in the UK and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. European food safety authorities, such as EFSA, have evaluated its safety. JECFA has also evaluated it and set an acceptable daily intake. At typical dietary intakes, it is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Tricalcium citrate is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. It is considered safe in relation to these allergens.
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