FDA Status
ApprovedA stereoisomer of ascorbic acid used as an antioxidant in cured meats. Helps inhibit nitrosamine formation during meat curing.
Concerns
- •no vitamin C nutritional activity despite chemical similarity
- •may cause dizziness and gastrointestinal symptoms in sensitive individuals at high intake
CAERS Adverse Events
No adverse event reports found.
CAERS data is voluntary. Reports indicate correlation, not causation. About CAERS
International Status
European Union
approvedCanada
approvedCommonly Found In
hot dogscured meatsdeli meatssausagesfrozen fish
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