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Acidity Regulator (E-332(ii))

Also Known As : Potassium citrates,tripotassium citrate

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a saline taste.

Usage Tips

  1. Acidity Regulator (E-332(ii)) can be used in soft drinks and sodas, to keep their acidity at a specified pH level.

Description

Acidity Regulator (E-332(ii)) is a potassium salt of citric acid in the form of white, odorless, hygroscopic crystalline powder. It is prepared commercially by fermentation of molasses with the mold Aspergillus niger. It is found in large concentrations in many citrus fruits, kiwi and strawberries. As a food additive, it has E number E332(ii) and is used to regulate acidity in foods. As it acts as a pH buffer, which contributes to its use as a preservative as well. It also acts as an emulsifier in processed dairy products like cheese.

Health benefits

  • Acidity Regulator (E-332(ii)) helps to prevent kidney stones by increasing the pH of urine and also crystallizing salts that form kidney stones. (1)
  • It helps to balance sodium content in the body. As with more intake of potassium, sodium is released from the body in urine. (1)

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