Calcium Ascorbate (Ester-C)
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Gastric-friendly calcium ascorbate offering extended biological retention and dual mineral-vitamin fortification.
Official Category: Nutritional Enrichment (영양강화제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved buffered Ester-C calcium salt
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS dual-action fortifier
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized under E302
Commonly Found Foods
Ester-C multivitamin capletsenriched fruit smoothie powders
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Natural acerola complex
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