Magnesium citrate is a salt that helps regulate acidity and can also serve as a nutrient supplement.
Magnesium Citrate
Found In
- Fortified drinks
- Soft drinks
- Supplements
Also Known As
- E345
The Beverage Bottom Line
Magnesium citrate is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
International Assessments and Authorizations
U.S. Food And Drug Administration (FDA)
Generally recognized as safe for intended uses. (GRAS Self-Determined)
In 2006, dietary reference intakes for magnesium were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.
In 1977, the health aspects of citric acid and its salts for use in food were evaluated.
FDA has established daily values for magnesium.
European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
Safe for intended uses. Authorized in the EU (nutrient, additive).
In 2016, EFSA evaluated the safety of trimagnesium dicitrate anhydrous to be used as a food additive in food supplements.
In 2015, EFSA issued an opinion on dietary reference values for magnesium.
In 2009, 2010 and 2013, EFSA assessed health claims for magnesium.
Health Canada
Safe for intended uses.
In 2006, dietary reference intakes for magnesium were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.
This page was last updated on 6/30/2025.