Citric Acid
GoodAlso known as: E330
A natural acid used for tartness and preservation, found in citrus and added to many foods.
Goby Ingredient ScoreExcellent
84/100
How often you'll see it
Very common
Based on how frequently citric acid appears in packaged foods scanned with Goby AI.
What is it?
Citric acid occurs naturally in citrus fruits and is also produced commercially by fermentation. It adds sourness and acts as a preservative and antioxidant.
Is Citric Acid safe?
Recognized as safe by the FDA and consumed safely for decades.
Commonly Found In
- Soft drinks
- Candy
- Canned foods
- Jams
- Frozen produce
Key Concerns
- !May erode tooth enamel in acidic drinks
- !Rare sensitivity
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is citric acid natural?
It occurs naturally in citrus, though commercial citric acid is usually made by fermentation.