Sorbic Acid and Sodium Propionate and Potassium Sorbate and Calcium Propionate and Sodium Benzoate and Calcium Acetate and Citric Acid

Processing Impact: 3/10
Health Effects:

May act as a preservative

Products Containing Sorbic Acid and Sodium Propionate and Potassium Sorbate and Calcium Propionate and Sodium Benzoate and Calcium Acetate and Citric Acid (1)

About Processing Impact

The processing impact score (1-10) indicates how much an ingredient contributes to a food's overall processing level. Ingredients with higher scores are typically more heavily processed or are additives used primarily in ultra-processed foods.

Low Impact (1-3)

Minimally processed ingredients like whole foods, simple extracts, or traditional preservatives.

Medium Impact (4-6)

Moderately processed ingredients like refined oils, flours, or simple additives.

High Impact (7-10)

Highly processed ingredients like artificial flavors, colors, or industrial additives.