Calcium citrate is a multifunctional food additive and source of calcium.

Calcium Citrate

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Calcium citrate is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.

This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.

Affirmation by FDA this ingredient is generally recognized as safe as a direct human food ingredient. (GRAS FDA-Affirmed)

In 2006 and 2011, dietary reference intakes for calcium were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.

In 2008, FDA approved a health claim for calcium, vitamin D and osteoporosis.

In 1977, the health aspects of calcium citrate for use as a food ingredient were evaluated.

Safe for intended uses. Authorized for use in the EU (nutrients, additives).

In 2015, EFSA issued an opinion on dietary reference intakes for calcium.

In 2009, 2010 (a, b), 2011 and 2016, EFSA assessed health claims for calcium.

Safe for intended uses.

Safe for intended uses. Calcium is a mineral permitted as a supplemental ingredient.

In 2006 and 2011, dietary reference intakes for calcium were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.

This page was last updated on 6/30/2025.