E330
E330: Citric acid
No known riskFunction: acidity regulator
What is E330?
E330 (Citric acid) is a acidity regulator used in processed foods.
What the research says
Acid naturally found in citrus fruit.
Regulatory status
| European Union | Approved |
|---|---|
| United States | Approved |
Questions people ask
Is E330 (Citric acid) safe?
Acid naturally found in citrus fruit.
Why is E330 added to food?
It is used as a acidity regulator.
Does E330 make a food ultra-processed?
Not on its own. E330 is not one of the cosmetic additives the NOVA system uses to identify ultra-processed foods.