Calcium Citrate
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Gentle organic calcium salt easily absorbed even without stomach acid; also acts as a delicate tofu firming agent.
Official Category: Acidity Regulator & Leavener (산도조절제·팽창제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
High-bioavailability organic calcium source
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS premium dietary calcium
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized nutrient and firming agent
Commonly Found Foods
Calcium-fortified juicespremium silken tofuchewable supplements
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Calcium lactate✓ Oyster shell calcium
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