Calcium formate

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Calcium formate is the calcium salt of formic acid (E 236). The substance is approved in the EU under the number E 237 as a food additive .

The effect of calcium formate is based on its controlled release of formic acid. This means that the foodstuff remains constantly preserved over a longer period of time.

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Corresponding to formic acid. Preservation of beverages, confectionery, pastry products, ice cream.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer