Is Calcium Propionate vegan?

Calcium Propionate

Vegan

Calcium propionate is the calcium salt of propionic acid, used as a synthetic preservative in baked goods, dairy products, and other foods to inhibit mould and bacterial growth.

Also known as Calcium dipropionate, Propionic acid calcium salt
E number E282
CAS number 4075-81-4
EC number 223-795-8
Last reviewed 16 April 2026

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