Calcium malate
Learn what Calcium malate (E352) is, why it's added to food, whether it's safe, and which products contain it.
Generally recognized as safeWhat is Calcium malate?
A food additive categorized as an acidity regulator and humectant. It is the calcium salt of malic acid. It is used in the quantities specified in recipes for dairy products, cheese and cheese substitutes, spreadable fats, sauces, instant soups and broths, condiments, fruit, vegetable, fish, meat, egg products, cereals, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, sweets, ice cream, etc.
Why is Calcium malate added to food?
Calcium malate (E352) is a acidity regulator commonly found in: Jams, sweets.
Permitted quantity: No maximum allowable dose has been established.
Is Calcium malate safe?
Generally recognized as safe
No secondary effects have been reported at the quantities incorporated into foods.
Is Calcium malate banned anywhere?
✓ Not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
Is Calcium malate okay for kids?
Not allowed in foods intended for infants and young children.
Common foods that contain Calcium malate
- Jams
- sweets
How to spot Calcium malate on labels
Look for any of these names in the ingredients list:
- E352
- Calcium malate
Common misspellings to watch for:
- calclum malate
- cdlcium malate
- calcium malate
- ealcium malate
- calcium mdlate
- calcium maldte
- caleium malate
Better alternatives
• No known general contraindications for the use of calcium malate (E352) in healthy adult populations. • Not allowed in foods intended for infants and young children, according to regulations for their nutrition. • People with chronic kidney conditions or other calcium metabolism issues should consult a doctor before consuming foods containing this additive, as excessive calcium may worsen certain conditions. • In the case of individual sensitivities or allergies to calcium salts, consumption may cause isolated adverse reactions.
Also known as
- calclum malate
- cdlcium malate
- calcium malate
- ealcium malate
- calcium mdlate
- calcium maldte
- caleium malate
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Frequently asked questions about Calcium malate
- Is Calcium malate safe to eat?
- No secondary effects have been reported at the quantities incorporated into foods.
- Is Calcium malate banned anywhere?
- Calcium malate is not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
- Is Calcium malate safe for children?
- Not allowed in foods intended for infants and young children.
- How do I spot Calcium malate on a food label?
- Look for E352, Calcium malate in the ingredients list. It may also appear as: calclum malate, cdlcium malate, calcium malate.
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