Food & BeverageSo-soE385

Calcium disodium EDTA

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Preservative/sequestrant

The VerdictSo-so

Caution - a metal-binding preservative; fine at the low levels used, but a synthetic chelator (ADI 2.5 mg/kg) that can bind zinc/iron at high intake.

Why this verdict

A chelating preservative that binds trace metals to stop oxidation/discolouration (dressings, canned legumes, sauces). JECFA ADI 2.5 mg/kg bw/day; safe at the low levels used.

What It Is

A sequestrant that grabs trace iron/copper to keep oils and colours from going off.

⚡ WTF Fact

It works by trapping the trace metals that cause rancidity - used in tiny amounts to keep products stable.

Evidence & Status

IARC Carcinogen Group

Not classified

Acceptable Intake

N/A

EU Status

Permitted as food / not applicable

US · FDA Status

Permitted as food / GRAS

Halal Status: Halal

Synthetic; no animal or alcohol source.

Standard: GSO 2055-1:2015 / general

Worth Knowing

Possible endocrine disruptor

Also Known As

E 385 · Calcium disodium ethylenediaminetetraacetate · Calcium disodium ethylene diamine tetra-acetate · EDTA

Primary Source

FAO/WHO Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) - safety evaluation and ADI for the additive. Codex Alimentarius General Standard for Food Additives (GSFA).

Evidence, not medical advice. You decide.

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