Sodium carbonates
Learn what Sodium carbonates (E500) is, why it's added to food, whether it's safe, and which products contain it.
Generally recognized as safeWhat is Sodium carbonates?
Food additive E 500 belongs to the category of emulsifiers. It is an acidity regulator, leavening agent, stabilizer, raising agent, and anti-caking agent.
Why is Sodium carbonates added to food?
Sodium carbonates (E500) is a stabilizer commonly found in: Pasta, dough.
Is Sodium carbonates banned anywhere?
✓ Not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
Common foods that contain Sodium carbonates
- Pasta
- dough
How to spot Sodium carbonates on labels
Look for any of these names in the ingredients list:
- E500
- Sodium carbonates
Common misspellings to watch for:
- $odium carbonates
- sodium carbondtes
- sodlum carbonates
- sodium carbonate$
- sodium earbonates
- sodium carbonates
- sodium cdrbonates
Better alternatives
• People with high blood pressure or cardiovascular conditions should avoid products containing sodium carbonate, as excessive sodium can contribute to increased blood pressure. • People with kidney insufficiency should avoid products with a high sodium content, including those containing sodium carbonates, to prevent worsening kidney problems. • People with gastrointestinal conditions, such as gastroesophageal reflux or gastric ulcers, should be cautious when consuming foods containing sodium carbonate, as it can cause irritation of the gastric mucosa.
Also known as
- $odium carbonates
- sodium carbondtes
- sodlum carbonates
- sodium carbonate$
- sodium earbonates
- sodium carbonates
- sodium cdrbonates
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Frequently asked questions about Sodium carbonates
- Is Sodium carbonates safe to eat?
- Sodium carbonates has a harm level of 0 out of 3. Generally recognized as safe.
- Is Sodium carbonates banned anywhere?
- Sodium carbonates is not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
- How do I spot Sodium carbonates on a food label?
- Look for E500, Sodium carbonates in the ingredients list. It may also appear as: $odium carbonates, sodium carbondtes, sodlum carbonates.
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