E300
E300: Ascorbic acid
No known riskFunction: antioxidant
What is E300?
E300 (Ascorbic acid) is a antioxidant used in processed foods.
What the research says
Vitamin C.
Regulatory status
| European Union | Approved |
|---|---|
| United States | Approved |
Questions people ask
Is E300 (Ascorbic acid) safe?
Vitamin C.
Why is E300 added to food?
It is used as a antioxidant.
Does E300 make a food ultra-processed?
Not on its own. E300 is not one of the cosmetic additives the NOVA system uses to identify ultra-processed foods.