Sodium Ascorbate Side Effects

Sodium Ascorbate, CAS# 134-03-2, with E number E301, is a organic compound manufactured through chemical synthesis, available as White to slightly yellow cr ystalline powder. Sodium Ascorbate is widely used as a food antioxidants in the market.

General Side Effects

No significant side effects reported. Prolonged intake of sodium ascorbate might increase risk of kidney stone formation.

Suggested Dosage

As Sodium Ascorbate is widely known as safe, there is no limit on dosage of intake. However, we still recommend consumers to consult professionals before using large quantity of Sodium Ascorbate for long period.
* ADI: Acceptable Daily Intake
* MTDI: maximum tolerable daily intake
* Data source: JECFA Database of WHO

Special Groups Precaution

Special groups refer to newborns, children, pregnant and any other applicable vulnerable groups.
There is no evidence that Sodium Ascorbate could have any negative effects on these vulnerable groups. It should be safe to use Sodium Ascorbate in food for newborns and pregnant. However, we still recommend consumers to consult professionals before using large quantity of Sodium Ascorbate for long period in food for newborns or pregnant.

GRAS Affirmation: Yes

Generally recognized as safe(GRAS) is a FDA designation that a specific substance or ingredient is generally considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Sodium Ascorbate is considered safe by FDA according to existing data and granted GRAS status.

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