This week I got a call from a customer curious about an ingredient and wondering what it was and what it is used for.
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Calcium Propinate (Calcium Propanoate) is an organic salt.
Where you find it: As an additive to bakery items, dairy products and other products.
What it does: A preservative - it prevents mold
Is it safe?: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers calcium propionate to be a GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) additive.
It is considered safe for consumption when used in food products as part of a normal diet.
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