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Sodium Caseinate

Level 2Generally safeIn Winter's Dictionary

Sodium Caseinate is a emulsifier — Texturizer in ice cream and dairy products

What it does

Texturizer in ice cream and dairy products

Where you'll see it

ice cream, frozen custard, ice milk, sherbet, imitation sausage, soups

What the research says

Contains milk protein; allergen for milk-sensitive consumers

Regulatory status

  • US FDA: GRAS
  • Notes: ASP; milk allergen

Sources

  • A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): the soluble form of milk protein, used as a texturizer in ice cream, frozen custard