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Ferric Ammonium Citrate

Also known as: E381, ammonium ferric citrate

Low concern

Used as an iron source; iron intake from fortified foods is generally safe within tolerable upper intakes. EFSA notes adequate safety at typical fortification levels.

Found in

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E-number

E381

What it is

Ferric ammonium citrate, an iron-citrate complex used as an iron source and anti-caking agent.

Iron fortificant and anti-caking agent (E381).

Why it's flagged

excess iron intake can cause GI upset; risk in hereditary hemochromatosis

What regulators actually say

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Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Permitted as nutrient/dietary supplement; ferric ammonium citrate listed (21 CFR 184.1296 covers ferric ammonium citrate as GRAS).

European Union — EFSA

Listed as E381; iron sources reviewed by EFSA.

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