Learn Glossary preservative

Sodium Propionate(E281)

Level 2Generally safeIn Winter's Dictionary

Sodium Propionate is a preservative — Preservative against mold and fungus

What it does

Preservative against mold and fungus

Where you'll see it

baked goods, frostings, confections, gelatin

What the research says

Can cause allergic reactions

Regulatory status

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

Sources

  • A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): used as a preservative in foodstuffs to prevent mold and fungus