Foods Containing E330 (Citric Acid)
E330 (Citric Acid) is citric acid — the sharp taste in lemons and limes, now mostly made by fermenting plant sugars using mould. Here are the foods where you'll find it on the label.
Common foods that contain E330
- soft drinks
- jams
- canned goods
- baked products
- cheese
- wine
In the UK and EU, E330 must be declared either as "E330" or as "Citric Acid" in the ingredients list.
Is E330 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E330 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Citric Acid to harm at normal dietary intakes.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA