Erythorbic Acid
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Stereoisomer of ascorbic acid providing potent antioxidant protection in cured meats with no vitamin activity.
Official Category: Antioxidant (산화방지제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved antioxidant
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS meat curing accelerator
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized under E315
Commonly Found Foods
Cured deli meatscanned fruitsbeer clarifying
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Pure L-Ascorbic acid
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