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Food Acid (citric & malic)
Citric acid is a weak organic acid commonly used as a food additive to provide sour flavor and as a preservative by acidifying foods and beverages.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated Nov 21, 2025
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
Dental enamel erosion with excessive consumption, minor irritation potential in high concentrations
Benefits
Enhances flavor by providing sourness, acts as a preservative by lowering pH to inhibit microbial growth
Waters containing Food Acid (citric & malic)
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