Ferric Citrate
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Reddish-brown organic mineral salt buffering acidity while enriching foods with gentle dietary iron.
Official Category: Acidity Regulator & Leavener (산도조절제·팽창제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved organic iron fortifier and pH stabilizer
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS dietary iron
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized under iron food list
Commonly Found Foods
Iron-fortified cerealsenriched floursdietary meal shakes
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Calcium citrate
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