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E363AcidulantLow concern
Succinic Acid
In plain words
The short version
A mildly sour-savory acid — found naturally in fermented foods and shellfish, used as a flavor accent.
Why it's green
It's widely considered safe at the amounts used in food, so we mark it green. The Safety section below has the details.
Safety profile
ADI not specified — endogenous metabolite (Krebs cycle intermediate) of all aerobic organisms. Dietary additions are oxidized to CO2 and water. No toxicity at any realistic dietary exposure.
The detail
Educational information only. Not medical or dietary advice.