Calcium Caseinate
Calcium caseinate is a standard milk-protein ingredient. The 'low_concern' tier reflects only that milk is a major food allergen; otherwise it is recognized in FDA standards of identity and has no specific additive concerns.
What it is
A milk-derived protein produced by neutralizing acid casein with calcium hydroxide; supplies casein protein with calcium.
Protein fortifier, emulsifier, and texturizer in dairy and non-dairy products, sports nutrition, and coffee creamers.
Why it's flagged
- milk allergen (FALCPA)
What regulators actually say
"The major food allergens identified by law are milk, eggs, fish, Crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame. Casein and caseinates are milk proteins and must be labeled accordingly."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Recognized food ingredient (referenced in 21 CFR standards of identity such as 133.133); milk is a major food allergen.
European Union — EFSA
Authorized milk-protein ingredient in the EU; milk is a regulated allergen.
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