Calcium Fumarate
Also known as: E367
Fumaric acid and its calcium, ferrous, magnesium, potassium, and sodium salts are permitted by FDA under 21 CFR 172.350 and 172.355 with minimum 99% purity. EFSA has also permitted calcium fumarate.
What it is
Calcium fumarate; the calcium salt of fumaric acid (a four-carbon dicarboxylic acid).
Acidity regulator and source of dietary calcium.
Why it's flagged
- mild GI upset at high doses
What regulators actually say
"The food additive fumaric acid and its calcium, ferrous, magnesium, potassium, and sodium salts may be safely used in food... in compliance with the following prescribed conditions."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted as a food additive under 21 CFR 172.350 (fumaric acid and salts)
European Union — EFSA
Authorised as E367 under Regulation (EC) 1333/2008 for limited uses
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