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Citric Acid (E330)
Organic acid commonly used as a acidity regulator in food products to adjust pH and enhance flavor stability.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated Feb 14, 2026
Health score+2.0
-5Good5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Irritation to skin and eyes at high concentrations, potential dental enamel erosion with excessive ingestion
Benefits
pH control in foods, preservative effect by inhibiting microbial growth, flavor enhancement
References
Waters containing Citric Acid (E330)
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