Wotzinurfood, as a food, health and food news site, does not impose any copyright, “freely ye have received, freely give” Matt 10:8. Made by Aim Day Co. Terms of Use | Privacy Policy
Uses: Erythorbic Acid is also used in curing ham, and as an antioxidant and bread improver. Can also be used in cheeses and dried and canned vegetables.
Has a relationship to ascorbic acid but is not a substitute, although some organisations have tried to push this through.
May cause irritation to the skin and eyes, and mutagenic effects have been observed on tests with bacteria
Description: Erythorbic Acid is a vegetable-derived food additive produced from sucrose, and is widely used as an antioxidant in processed foods. Has a relationship to ascorbic acid but is not a substitute, although some organisations have tried to push this through.
E315 Erythorbic Acid/Isoascorbic Acid
ANTIOXIDANTS