Sodium citrate is a sodium salt made from citric acid, at times used to reduce acidity in food.
Sodium Citrate
Found In
- Candies
- Canned goods
- Dairy products
- Jams
- Nutritional supplements
- Soft drinks
Also Known As
- E331
- Trisodium Citrate
- Trisodium 2-Hydroxypropane 1,2,3-Tricarboxylate
The Beverage Bottom Line
Sodium 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)
Affirmation by FDA this ingredient is generally recognized as safe as a direct human food ingredient. (GRAS FDA-Affirmed)
In 1977, the health aspects of sodium citrate as a food ingredient were evaluated.
This page was last updated on 6/30/2025.