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Sodium Erythorbate(E316)

Level 2Generally safeIn Winter's Dictionary

Sodium Erythorbate is a antioxidant — Antioxidant in pickling brine and meat products

Also: Sodium Isoascorbate

What it does

Antioxidant in pickling brine and meat products

Where you'll see it

pickling brine, meat products, beverages, baked goods, cured meats

Regulatory status

  • US FDA: GRAS
  • EU: approved
  • Notes: ASP

Sources

  • A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): a white, odorless powder used as an antioxidant in pickling brine and in meat products