Potassium gluconate
Learn what Potassium gluconate (E577) is, why it's added to food, whether it's safe, and which products contain it.
Low concernWhat is Potassium gluconate?
A food additive used as an antioxidant, chelant, and a carrier substance for other additives. It is used in the quantities specified by recipes in dairy products, fresh, matured or processed cheeses, puddings, condensed or powdered milk, butter, whey products, spreadable fats, various emulsions, sweet creams, ice cream, processed and preserved fruits, vegetable products, meat, fish, eggs, soups, broths, sauces, salads, baked goods, pastries and confectionery, pre-cooked rice and pasta, spices, dietary supplements, diet products, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, etc.
Why is Potassium gluconate added to food?
Potassium gluconate (E577) is a antioxidant commonly found in: Cheeses, powdered milk, butter, creams, ice cream.
Permitted quantity: The maximum allowable daily intake for humans is up to 50 mg/kg body weight.
Is Potassium gluconate safe?
Low concern
No side effects have been reported at the quantities used in food.
Is Potassium gluconate banned anywhere?
✓ Not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
Is Potassium gluconate okay for kids?
Allowed in baby food and products for young children, in quantities as specified by recipes.
Common foods that contain Potassium gluconate
- Cheeses
- powdered milk
- butter
- creams
- ice cream
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How to spot Potassium gluconate on labels
Look for any of these names in the ingredients list:
- E577
- Potassium gluconate
Common misspellings to watch for:
- potassium qluconate
- potdssium gluconate
- potassium gluconate
- potassium glucondte
- dotassium gluconate
- potas$ium gluconate
- pota$sium gluconate
- potassium glueonate
- potasslum gluconate
Better alternatives
• People with hyperkalemia (excess potassium in the blood) should avoid products containing potassium gluconate. • Not recommended for those with severe renal failure, as it can worsen electrolyte imbalances and affect kidney function. • Excessive use may cause side effects such as heart arrhythmias, muscle weakness, or difficulty breathing. • Avoid taking it concurrently with medications that affect potassium levels, such as ACE inhibitors or diuretics.
Also known as
- potassium qluconate
- potdssium gluconate
- potassium gluconate
- potassium glucondte
- dotassium gluconate
- potas$ium gluconate
- pota$sium gluconate
- potassium glueonate
- potasslum gluconate
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Frequently asked questions about Potassium gluconate
- Is Potassium gluconate safe to eat?
- No side effects have been reported at the quantities used in food.
- Is Potassium gluconate banned anywhere?
- Potassium gluconate is not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
- Is Potassium gluconate safe for children?
- Allowed in baby food and products for young children, in quantities as specified by recipes.
- How do I spot Potassium gluconate on a food label?
- Look for E577, Potassium gluconate in the ingredients list. It may also appear as: potassium qluconate, potdssium gluconate, potassium gluconate.
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