FDA Status
ApprovedA chelating agent closely related to calcium disodium EDTA. Used to sequester metal ions that catalyze oxidation and discoloration.
Concerns
- •chelates essential minerals potentially reducing nutritional value
- •environmental persistence as a poorly biodegradable compound
- •cytotoxicity observed at high concentrations in vitro
CAERS Adverse Events
No adverse event reports found.
CAERS data is voluntary. Reports indicate correlation, not causation. About CAERS
International Status
European Union
restrictedCanada
approvedCommonly Found In
canned seafooddressingssaucesbeveragespersonal care products
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