Calcium chloride
Calcium chloride is a food ingredient that is commonly used as a food additive. It is not derived from plants, grains, or dairy, but is instead a synthetic chemical compound. This means that it is made in a laboratory rather than being directly extracted from natural sources.
In the production process, calcium chloride is typically made by combining hydrochloric acid with calcium carbonate. This process results in the formation of calcium chloride, which is then purified and used in various food products. The end product is a white, crystalline solid that can be added to foods in small quantities.
You may find calcium chloride listed on food labels because it helps enhance the firmness of foods such as pickles and tofu. It is also used as a preservative to extend the shelf life of canned vegetables and fruits. In cheese-making, calcium chloride helps with coagulation, resulting in a firmer texture. Overall, calcium chloride plays a role in improving texture, freshness, and consistency in a variety of foods.
Foods in the CalorieStar database containing Calcium chloride
Asda Cheese & Pickle QuicheTesco Chicken & Avocado Sandwich
Sainsbury's Deliciously Free From Pancakes
Tesco Finest New York Deli Inspired Pastrami & Emmental Sandwich
Quorn Meat Free Garlic & Mushroom Escalopes
Quorn Meat Free Hot Dogs
Quorn Meat Free Low Fat Sausages
Quorn Meat Free Sausages
Quorn Meat Free Southern Fried Burgers
Quorn Mince Family
Sainsbury's Pork Cocktail Sausages
McDonald's Quarter Pounder with Cheese
Quorn Roarsomes Vegan Dinosaurs
Walkers Sensations Thai Sweet Chilli Crisps
Quorn Vegan Chicken Pieces
Quorn Vegan Hot & Spicy Burgers
Quorn Vegan Meat Free Cumberland Sausages
Quorn Vegan Pepperoni
Quorn Vegan Sausage Rolls
Applewood Vegan Smoky Cheese Alternative
Quorn Vegan Steak Bakes
