Inorganic Salts
Because 'inorganic salts' is a non-specific umbrella term, the safety profile depends on which salts are present. Common salts used in food are GRAS at typical use levels, but lack of specificity prevents a precise assessment.
What it is
'Inorganic salts' is a generic umbrella term covering mineral salts (e.g., sodium chloride, calcium carbonate, potassium chloride) used in food.
Variable: seasoning, mineral fortification, pH adjustment, leavening.
What regulators actually say
"21 CFR Part 184 lists direct food substances affirmed as generally recognized as safe, including many mineral salts."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Specific mineral salts are individually GRAS or approved under 21 CFR; generic term has no single status.
European Union — EFSA
Specific mineral salts have individual E-numbers and authorizations.
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