E301
E301: Sodium ascorbate
No known riskFunction: antioxidant
What is E301?
E301 (Sodium ascorbate) is a antioxidant used in processed foods.
What the research says
A form of vitamin C. In cured meat it reduces nitrosamine formation.
Regulatory status
| European Union | Approved |
|---|---|
| United States | Approved |
Questions people ask
Is E301 (Sodium ascorbate) safe?
A form of vitamin C. In cured meat it reduces nitrosamine formation.
Why is E301 added to food?
It is used as a antioxidant.
Does E301 make a food ultra-processed?
Not on its own. E301 is not one of the cosmetic additives the NOVA system uses to identify ultra-processed foods.