Calcium Glycerophosphate
Also known as: E383
Calcium glycerophosphate is recognized as GRAS under 21 CFR 182.5217 as a nutrient supplement. EFSA has evaluated calcium glycerophosphate as an acceptable calcium source for use in foods for particular nutritional uses.
What it is
Calcium glycerophosphate (E383) is the calcium salt of glycerophosphoric acid; used as a calcium source and tooth-mineralization agent.
Mineral supplement and nutrient source; permitted in foods for special nutritional uses.
Why it's flagged
- high intake may contribute to excessive calcium or phosphorus consumption
What regulators actually say
"Calcium glycerophosphate. (a) Product. Calcium glycerophosphate. (b) Conditions of use. This substance is generally recognized as safe when used in accordance with good manufacturing practice."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS as nutrient supplement under 21 CFR 182.5217.
European Union — EFSA
Authorized as a calcium source in foods for nutritional uses; evaluated by EFSA.
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