What is Calcium carbonate?
Additives and sweeteners
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In short
Calcium carbonate is a calcium salt of carbonic acid. It is a white powder used as a food additive.
Why is it in the product?
It colours foods white, regulates acidity or prevents powders from clumping.
Where is it found?
Calcium carbonate (E 170) is found, for example, in confectionery, chewing gum and powdered foods.
Other names
E 170, E170, Kalziumkarbonat, Calcium carbonate, Carbonato de calcio, CaCO3
Source
EU Regulations 1333/2008 and 231/2012
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