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Calcium chloride (food additive E509) is a colorless (whitish in some cases) crystals that dissolve well in alcohol and water and freeze at low temperatures.

Calcium chloride is obtained during the production of soda, where it is formed as a by-product, or when limestone is treated with soda. The chemical formula of calcium chloride is CaCl 2.

Calcium chloride was registered as a food additive and is now actively included in food. According to the E509 classification, it belongs to the group of emulsifiers and is most often used in the food industry as a hardener. Basically, this additive is actively used in the production of cottage cheese, cheese and milk powder. In the latter case, it serves to thicken the product, since calcium ions perfectly bind proteins, and also to increase its final amount. Sometimes lime water (a concentrated solution of calcium hydroxide) is added to the cream in the process of separating them from whole milk: this helps to reduce their acidity before pasteurization and processing into butter. The skim milk is then acidified separately, separating casein, which then serves for other purposes. In addition, food additive E509 can be found in marmalade and jelly, as well as canned fruits and vegetables. In the latter case, it preserves the firmness of the product, and also makes its taste more salty. Also calcium chloride is used in the production of caviar and vegetable and fruit juices. The additive compensates for the calcium level in dairy products (milk loses a certain amount of calcium during pasteurization). In some cases, calcium chloride is added to confectionery products, such as chocolate, and actively resists the hardening of the product. On rare occasions, E509 is used in brewing where it serves to correct the imperfections of the water used to make beer.

In Russia, the use of such an additive is strictly regulated. It is considered safe in the European Union and can be used as an ingredient in certain foods and medicines. The daily intake of calcium chloride should not exceed 350 mg. Otherwise, the additive can cause intestinal irritation, and in some cases even lead to ulcers.

Other areas of application:

  • in the chemical industry (as a reagent in analyzes);
  • in the manufacture of rubber;
  • in the manufacture of products from latex and natural rubber;
  • in the production of glue;
  • in medicine (for the production of lactic acid);
  • in the production of calcium metal;
  • in the CNG filling station;
  • in refrigeration;
  • in gas production - in the preparation of gas transportation;
  • in the road sector (as an anti-icing agent and an anti-dusting agent for gravel roads);
  • in the manufacture of certain drugs.

We are all accustomed to the fact that chemical synthetic food additives only harm the human body. However, this is not the case. There are such artificially derived substances that bring much more benefit than potential danger. One of these safe substances is the stabilizer and emulsifier E509, popularly known as calcium chloride.

The safety of such a food additive has been proven in the course of many scientific studies and experiments, thanks to which calcium chloride has received official approval for use in various industries, including the food industry.

Physical and chemical properties of the product

There are other names for calcium chloride: calcium chloride, calcium chloride nitrate, E509. Molecular formula of the substance: CaCl 2.

Such a food supplement is presented in the form of crystal-like granules, often white, less often completely transparent.
The substance has high moisture absorption, dissolves well in alcoholic liquids and. Resistant to high temperatures. The melting point of calcium chloride is seven hundred and seventy-two degrees Celsius, and boils at a temperature of 1935 degrees Celsius. At the same time, an aqueous solution of a substance crystallizes at temperatures below twenty degrees Celsius.

Such a food additive is obtained in the production of soda, namely in the recovery of ammonia.

Application of the substance in the food industry

On the territory of the Russian Federation, the use of this substance is not prohibited, but is strictly controlled by law. The European Union also considers calcium chloride to be a fairly safe product and is legally used in the medical and food industries.

As a food additive, calcium chloride is included in a wide variety of foods to stabilize some of their properties, as well as an emulsifier and preservative. Most often it can be found in dairy and fermented milk products, especially in pasteurized ones. But it is also available in various types of cheeses.

This substance is used in the food industry for the following processes:

  1. During pasteurization, the addition of calcium chloride to them significantly reduces the acidity, which facilitates the process of making butter.
  2. It is indispensable as a thickening component in the production of milk powder. The fact is that calcium ions help to better adhere to each other. Such a substance allows to normalize the process of coagulation of dairy products in the process of pasteurization and improves the formation of a clot. Adding it to milk increases its final yield and leads to a significant improvement in quality.
  3. The additive marked E509 acts as a stabilizer in the manufacture of chocolate, preventing its hardening.
  4. In the production of curd, calcium chloride helps the milk to coagulate better.
  5. In the manufacture of marmalade, calcium chloride also acts as a stabilizer.
  6. This substance prevents the softening of vegetables and fruits during the preservation process, and also normalizes the taste, bringing it to the desired salting.
  7. In the manufacture of beer and soft drinks, such a product is used to reduce the hardness of water and improve its performance, as well as to regulate acidity.

Application in other fields

Due to its beneficial qualities, calcium chloride is widely used in various areas of life. It is a popular product in the medical and pharmaceutical industries, and is often included in various medications aimed at improving blood clotting, as well as antihistamines.

Food emulsifier E509 is used for the following processes:

  • production of latex goods and rubber products;
  • for the production of lactic acid;
  • in the production of glue;
  • for the production of rubber products;
  • when laying asphalt, improving its adhesion;
  • used as an anti-dust and anti-icing agent;
  • in preparation for gas transportation;
  • in the manufacture of metallic calcium;
  • with a decrease in the dew point and dehydration of gas at gas distribution stations and autogas filling compressor plants.

Useful and harmful properties of E509 additive

No matter how safe the substance is, it must be consumed in acceptable dosages. The daily allowance for an adult is 350 mg of calcium chloride. And this dose is considered absolutely harmless and safe.

Negative and unpleasant consequences can occur when the permissible dosages are increased. The use of this emulsifier in large quantities irritates the digestive organs, in the most serious situations this can lead to the development of gastric ulcer.

However, the beneficial properties of this substance significantly exceed the potential harm. These include:

  • help in the formation of bone tissue;
  • compensation of calcium in the human body, which has a positive effect on the nervous system and muscle tissue contraction;
  • regulation of blood clotting;
  • helps to increase the body's natural defenses and its resistance to various infectious diseases;
  • positive effect on the heart muscle;
  • an obstacle to the onset and development of inflammatory processes.

In addition, calcium chloride is often used for weak labor, for liver diseases such as hepatitis or toxic liver damage. It is often used for skin diseases: eczema. Calcium chloride is used for inflammation caused by endometritis, as well as for severe allergic reaction of Quincke's edema.

In pediatric practice, calcium chloride is often used to relieve symptoms of various allergic reactions caused by the use of allergenic foods or medications. It is also prescribed to babies after vaccinations to relieve unpleasant symptoms.

Instead of conclusions

Calcium chloride is a chemical with such beneficial properties that it is widely used in medicine and food. Products prepared using such a food emulsifier are marked with the E509 mark. In medicine, calcium chloride has proven itself remarkably as a panacea for various pathologies. In addition, its valuable qualities are successfully applied in other areas of the industry. However, it is worth remembering that although this substance is harmless, it must be used in strictly regulated dosages in order to avoid unnecessary unpleasant consequences.

GOST R 55973-2014

NATIONAL STANDARD OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION

Food additives

CALCIUM CHLORIDE E509

Technical conditions

Food additives. Calcium chloride. Technical requirements


OKS 67.220.20
OKP 91 9940

Introduction date 2015-07-01

Foreword

1 DEVELOPED by the Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Professional Education "Moscow State University of Food Production" of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation (FSBEI HPE "MGUPP") and the Center for Certification and Standardization of Food Products JSC "Academcertificate"

2 INTRODUCED by the Technical Committee for Standardization TC 154 "Food additives and flavorings"

3 APPROVED AND PUT INTO EFFECT by the Order of the Federal Agency for Technical Regulation and Metrology of March 17, 2014 N 163-st

4 This standard takes into account the provisions of the following international standard and documents:

- The unified standard for food additives CODEX STAN 192-1995 * (as amended, taking into account changes in 1997, 1999, 2001, 2003-2011) of the Codex Alimentarius Commission;
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* Access to international and foreign documents mentioned in the text can be obtained by contacting the User Support Service. - Note from the manufacturer of the database.

- Specification of the Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations FAO (as amended in 2007) according to the "Combined compendium of food additive specifications JECFA. Volume 4" (FAO, Rome, 2011)

5 INTRODUCED FOR THE FIRST TIME


The rules for the application of this standard are set out in GOST R 1.0-2012 (section 8). Information on changes to this standard is published in the annual (as of January 1 of the current year) information index "National Standards", and the official text of changes and amendments is published in the monthly information index "National Standards". In case of revision (replacement) or cancellation of this standard, the corresponding notice will be published in the next issue of the monthly information index "National Standards". Relevant information, notice and texts are also posted in the public information system - on the official website of the Federal Agency for Technical Regulation and Metrology on the Internet (gost.ru)

1 area of ​​use

1 area of ​​use

This standard applies to a food additive - calcium chloride (international food additive number INS No. 509, number according to the international classification of chemical substances CAS 10043-52-4, food additive number according to the European Union regulation E509), used in the production of food products in accordance with (hereinafter - food calcium chloride).

NOTE Food calcium chloride is used as a stabilizer, structurant, hardener, thickener, food functional ingredient in the production of food products, including functional food products, baby food and healthy food.


Requirements ensuring the quality and safety of food calcium chloride are given in 3.1.2-3.1.5, for labeling - in 3.4.

2 Normative references

This standard uses normative references to the following standards:

GOST 8.579-2002 State system for ensuring the uniformity of measurements. Requirements for the number of prepackaged goods in packages of any kind during their production, packaging, sale and import

GOST 12.1.005-88 Occupational safety standards system. General sanitary and hygienic requirements for the air in the working area

GOST 12.3.002-75 Occupational safety standards system. Manufacturing processes. General safety requirements

GOST 12.4.011-89 Occupational safety standards system. Protective equipment for workers. General requirements and classification

GOST 61-75 Reagents. Acetic acid. Technical conditions

GOST 450-77 Technical calcium chloride. Technical conditions

GOST 857-95 Hydrochloric acid, synthetic, technical. Technical conditions

GOST 1277-75 Reagents. Silver nitrate. Technical conditions

GOST 1770-74 (ISO 1042-83, ISO 4788-80) Laboratory glassware. Cylinders, beakers, flasks, test tubes. General specifications

GOST 3118-77 Reagents. Hydrochloric acid. Technical conditions

GOST 3760-79 Reagents. Ammonia water. Technical conditions

GOST 4386-89 Drinking water. Methods for determining the mass concentration of fluorides

GOST 4461-77 Reagents. Nitric acid. Technical conditions

GOST 5712-78 Reagents. Ammonium oxalate 1-water. Technical conditions

GOST 6709-72 Distilled water. Technical conditions

GOST 6825-91 Fluorescent tubular lamps for general lighting

GOST 9262-77 Reagents. Calcium hydroxide. Technical conditions

GOST 14192-96 Marking of goods

GOST 14261-77 High purity hydrochloric acid. Technical conditions

GOST 15846-2002 Products shipped to the regions of the Far North and equivalent areas. Packaging, labeling, transportation and storage

GOST 18300-87 Rectified technical ethyl alcohol. Technical conditions

GOST OIML R 76-1-2011 State system for ensuring the uniformity of measurements. Scales of non-automatic operation. Part 1. Metrological and technical requirements. Testing

GOST 25336-82 Laboratory glassware and equipment. Types, main parameters and sizes

GOST 26726-85 Reagents. Flame photometric method for the determination of impurities of sodium, potassium, calcium and strontium

GOST 26927-86 Raw materials and food products. Methods for the determination of mercury

GOST 27752-88 Electromechanical quartz table clocks, wall clocks and alarm clocks. General specifications

GOST 28498-90 Liquid glass thermometers. General technical requirements. Test methods

GOST 29169-91 (ISO 648-77) Laboratory glassware. Single-label pipettes

GOST 29227-91 (ISO 835-1-81) Laboratory glassware. Graduated pipettes. Part 1. General requirements

GOST 29251-91 (ISO 385-1-84) Laboratory glassware. Burettes. Part 1. General requirements

GOST 30178-96 Raw materials and food products. Atomic absorption method for the determination of toxic elements

GOST R ISO 2859-1-2007 Statistical methods. Sampling procedures on an alternative basis. Part 1. Plans for the sampling of consecutive lots based on an acceptable level of quality

GOST R 51766-2001 Raw materials and food products. Atomic absorption method for the determination of arsenic

3 Technical requirements

3.1 Features

3.1.1 Food additive E509 is solid crystals, granules or agglomerates. Chemical formulas: calcium chloride anhydrous form; calcium chloride dihydrate; calcium chloride hexahydrate. Molecular weight: calcium chloride anhydrous form - 110.99; calcium chloride dihydrate - 147.02; calcium chloride hexahydrate - 219.08.

3.1.2 Food calcium chloride is produced according to the technological instructions in accordance with the requirements and this standard and is used in food products in accordance with,.

3.1.3 In terms of organoleptic characteristics and solubility, all types of food calcium chloride (anhydrous form, dihydrate and hexahydrate) must meet the requirements given in Table 1.


Table 1

Indicator name

Characteristic

Appearance

Anhydrous form

Solid hygroscopic granules or agglomerates. Well soluble in water and ethyl alcohol

Dihydrate

Hard fragments, flakes or granules. Well soluble in water and ethyl alcohol

Hexahydrate

Solid crystals. Very soluble in water and ethyl alcohol

Anhydrous form and dihydrate

White to pale pink

Hexahydrate

Colorless

Characteristic mild

Bitter to salty

3.1.4 In terms of physicochemical parameters, food calcium chloride must meet the requirements given in Table 2.


table 2

Indicator name

Indicator value

Mass fraction of calcium chloride,%, not less

Anhydrous form ()

Dihydrate ()

Hexahydrate ()

Mass fraction of magnesium salts (calculated on),%, no more

Mass fraction of water-insoluble residue,%, no more

Mass fraction of free alkali (calculated as Ca (OH)),%, no more

Anhydrous form (), dihydrate () and hexahydrate ()

Mass fraction of sulfates (calculated as sulfate ion),%, no more

Mass fraction of iron,%, no more

Mass fraction of alkali metals (potassium and sodium),%, no more

Qualitative Calcium Test

Compliant

Qualitative test for chlorides

Compliant

3.2 Requirements for raw materials

3.2.1 For the production of edible calcium chloride, the following raw materials, processing aids and auxiliary materials are used:

- technical calcium chloride in accordance with GOST 450;

- hydrochloric acid according to GOST 857;

- hydrochloric acid according to GOST 3118;

- hydrochloric acid of special purity according to GOST 14261;

- technological means (substances) and auxiliary materials usually used in the production of chemical products for food purposes.

It is not allowed to use liquid calcium chloride obtained in the production of soda ash as a raw material.

3.2.2 Raw materials, processing aids (substances), auxiliary materials and production processes must ensure the quality and safety of food calcium chloride and its full compliance with the requirements of this standard.

3.3 Packaging

3.3.1 Food calcium chloride with a net weight of not more than 25 kg is packed in polyethylene (or propylene) bags or soft containers intended for packaging food products.

3.3.2 It is allowed to use other types of packaging made of materials, the use of which in contact with food calcium chloride ensures the preservation of its quality and safety in accordance with, as well as full compliance with the requirements throughout the shelf life, subject to the storage and use conditions established by the manufacturer ...

3.3.3 The negative deviation of the net weight from the nominal weight of each packing unit must comply with the requirements of GOST 8.579 (Table A.2). The positive deviation of the net weight is not limited.

3.3.4 Food calcium chloride supplied to the Far North and equivalent regions is packed in accordance with GOST 15846.

3.4 Marking

3.4.1 Labeling of packaging units with food grade calcium chloride should be carried out in accordance with the requirements and.

3.4.2 Transport markings must comply with the requirements and requirements of GOST 14192 with the application of handling signs: "Protect from moisture" and "Protect from sunlight".

4 Safety requirements

4.1 Food grade calcium chloride is non-toxic, fire and explosion proof.

4.2 When working with food calcium chloride, it is necessary to use personal protective equipment in accordance with GOST 12.4.011 and observe the rules of personal hygiene.

4.3 In the production of food calcium chloride, it is necessary to comply with the safety requirements in accordance with GOST 12.3.002.

4.4 Air control of the working area is carried out in accordance with GOST 12.1.005.

5 Acceptance rules

5.1 Food calcium chloride is accepted in batches.

A batch is considered the amount of food calcium chloride obtained in one technological cycle, corresponding to a shift production, in the same packaging, produced by one manufacturer according to one document, accompanied by shipping documentation that ensures product traceability.

5.2 To check the compliance of food calcium chloride with the requirements of this standard, acceptance tests are carried out on the quality of packaging, the correctness of labeling, net weight, as well as periodic tests on organoleptic and physicochemical quality indicators.

5.3 When carrying out acceptance tests, a one-stage sampling plan is used with normal inspection and a special inspection level S-4 with an acceptable quality level AQL equal to 6.5, according to GOST R ISO 2859-1. The selection of packaging units is carried out by random selection in accordance with Table 3.


Table 3 - Sampling of packaging units by random sampling

Number of packaging units in a batch, pcs.

Sample size, pcs.

Acceptance number

Rejection pure

From 2 to 15 incl.

From 16 to 25 incl.

From 26 to 90 incl.

91 to 150 incl.

From 151 to 500 incl.

From 501 to 1200 incl.

From 1201 to 10000 incl.

From 10001 to 35000 incl.

5.4 Quality control of packaging and correctness of labeling is carried out by visual inspection of all packaging units included in the sample.

5.5 Control of the net weight of food calcium chloride in each packaging unit included in the sample is carried out according to the difference between the gross mass and the mass of the packaging unit freed from the contents. The limit of permissible negative deviations from the nominal net weight of edible calcium chloride in each packaging unit - according to 3.3.3.

5.6 Acceptance of a batch of edible calcium chloride by net weight, quality of packaging and correct labeling of packaging units

5.6.1 A lot is accepted if the number of packaging units in the sample that do not meet the requirements for the quality of packaging, correct labeling and net weight of edible calcium chloride is less than or equal to the acceptance number.

5.6.2 If the number of packaging units in a sample that do not meet the requirements for the quality of packaging, correct labeling and net weight of edible calcium chloride is greater than or equal to the rejection number, control is carried out on a double sample size from the same lot. The lot is accepted if the conditions of 5.6.1 are met. A lot is rejected if the number of packaging units in the doubled sample size that do not meet the requirements for the quality of packaging, correct labeling and net weight of food calcium chloride is greater than or equal to the rejection number.

5.7 Acceptance of a batch of edible calcium chloride by organoleptic and physicochemical indicators

5.7.1 To control the organoleptic and physicochemical parameters from each packaging unit included in the sample in accordance with the requirements of Table 4, instant samples are taken and a total sample is made according to 6.1.

5.7.2 If unsatisfactory results are obtained for at least one of the organoleptic and physicochemical indicators, repeated tests are carried out for this indicator on a doubled sample size from the same batch. Retest results are final and apply to the entire batch. Upon repeated receipt of unsatisfactory test results, the batch is rejected.

5.7.3 The organoleptic and physicochemical characteristics of food calcium chloride in damaged packaging are checked separately. Test results only apply to food grade calcium chloride in this package.

5.8 The procedure and frequency of monitoring safety indicators are established by the manufacturer in the production control program.

6 Control methods

6.1 Sampling

Spot samples from bags and flexible containers are taken with a probe, immersed in 3/4 of the depth. The mass of a spot sample taken from a bag must be at least 0.2 kg, from a soft container - at least 0.5 kg. It is allowed to take spot samples from the manufacturer with a mass of at least 0.2 kg from five tons directly from the product stream at the time of packaging.

The selected point samples are combined into a general sample, mixed thoroughly and reduced by quartering or mechanical division to an average sample mass of at least 0.5 kg.

The resulting sample is placed in a clean glass container with a ground-in stopper or screw cap, or in a plastic bag. The glass container is hermetically closed, the plastic bag is tied.

A glass container or plastic bag is marked (label) containing:

- product name and designation of this standard;

- batch number;

- date of sampling;

- signature of the person taking the sample.

6.2 Determination of solubility

The method is based on determining the amount of distilled water or ethyl alcohol by volume required to dissolve one mass part of the sample.

6.2.1 Measuring instruments, laboratory equipment, reagents, auxiliary materials and devices

Conical flask in accordance with GOST 25336 with a capacity of 300 ml.

Cylinder 1-25-1 in accordance with GOST 1770 with a capacity of 50 cm.

GOST OIML R 76-1 with the highest weighing limit of 500 g.

GOST 27752.

Distilled water in accordance with GOST 6709.

GOST 18300 of the highest grade,.


6.2.2 Sampling

Sampling - according to 6.1.

6.2.3 Analysis

The sample to be analyzed is placed in a conical flask that contains a certain volume of solvent (distilled water or ethyl alcohol). The contents are stirred in a circular motion of the flask for at least 30 s, but not more than 5 minutes until the sample is dissolved. The final result of the determination is compared with the criteria for the solubility of edible calcium chloride given in Table 4.


Table 4

Solubility Criteria for Food Calcium Chloride

The number of parts by volume of the solvent per one mass part of the sample

Let's very well dissolve

Less than 1

Let's dissolve well

1 to 10

Dissolve

10 to 30

Moderately soluble

30 to 100

Slightly soluble

Or 100 to 1000

Very slightly soluble

1000 to 10000

Insoluble

More than 10,000


Food grade calcium chloride must meet the following solubility criteria - "Very well soluble" or "Highly soluble" (see table 4).

6.3 Determination of organoleptic characteristics

The method is based on the sensory determination of the appearance, color, taste and odor of the sample.

6.3.1 Measuring instruments, laboratory equipment, reagents, auxiliary materials and devices

GOST 25336.

Test tube P1-21-200 XC in accordance with GOST 25336.

GOST 29169.

Cylinder 1-25-1 in accordance with GOST 1770.

Liquid glass thermometer with a measurement range from 0 ° С to 100 ° С, graduation value of 1 ° С according to GOST 28498.

Electronic mechanical watches in accordance with GOST 27752.

Glass plate with a thickness of 5-10 mm, an area of ​​10 cm.

Watch glass.

Distilled water in accordance with GOST 6709.

It is allowed to use other measuring instruments with metrological characteristics, auxiliary devices and laboratory equipment with technical characteristics, reagents with quality characteristics not inferior to those listed above.

6.3.2 Sampling

Sampling - according to 6.1.

6.3.3 Analysis

The analysis is carried out in a laboratory room, which must be provided with supply and exhaust ventilation. All analyzes are carried out in a fume hood.

6.3.3.1 To determine the appearance and color, the sample is thoroughly mixed before analysis. 10.0 g of the analyzed sample is transferred to a glass plate, evenly distributed in one layer. The appearance and color are determined in diffused natural daylight or artificial light of a fluorescent lamp of the LD type according to GOST 6825. The intensity of illumination of the surface of the sample layer on the glass plate should be at least 500 lux.

6.3.3.2 To determine taste and odor, add 0.5 g of the sample to a clean 50 ml beaker and add 28.5 ml of distilled water. The contents of the beaker are thoroughly mixed until the sample is completely dissolved. The beaker is closed with a watch glass and kept at room temperature for 1 hour.

The smell is determined after aging organoleptically at the level of the edge of the glass immediately after removing the watch glass from the glass.

The taste is determined organoleptically after aging at the tip of the tongue.

6.4 Determination of the mass fraction of calcium chloride

6.4.1 Sampling - according to 6.1.

6.4.2 Analysis - in accordance with GOST 450 (paragraph 3.4).

6.5 Determination of the mass fraction of magnesium salts

6.5.1 Sampling - according to 6.1.

6.5.2 Analysis - in accordance with GOST 450 (paragraph 3.5).

6.6 Determination of mass fraction of water-insoluble residue

6.6.1 Sampling - according to 6.1.

6.6.2 Analysis - in accordance with GOST 450 (paragraph 3.7).

6.7 Determination of the mass fraction of free alkali

The method is based on titration of an aqueous solution of a sample with a working solution of calcium hydroxide to the point of equivalence - a change in the color of the phenolphthalein indicator.

6.7.1 Measuring instruments, laboratory equipment, reagents, auxiliary materials and devices

General purpose laboratory scales in accordance with GOST OIML R 76-1 with the maximum weighing limit up to 200 g, 2nd class of accuracy.

Glass V (N) -1-50 TS (TCS) in accordance with GOST 25336.

Volumetric flask according to GOST 1770 with a capacity of 100 ml.

Conical flask for titration in accordance with GOST 25336 with a capacity of 250 ml.

Burette in accordance with GOST 29251 1st class.

Pipette with one mark 1-2-2 in accordance with GOST 29169.

Cylinder 1-25-1 in accordance with GOST 1770.

Distilled water in accordance with GOST 6709.

Rectified technical ethyl alcohol according to GOST 18300 of the highest grade,.

Hydrochloric acid according to GOST 3118

Calcium hydroxide in accordance with GOST 9262, reagent grade or analytical grade, standard solution of molar concentration 0.02 mol / dm.

Phenolphthalein.

Indicator solution: 100 mg of phenolphthalein is dissolved in 50 ml of ethyl alcohol in a volumetric flask with a capacity of 100 ml. After dissolving the indicator, the volume of the solution in the flask is brought up to the mark with ethyl alcohol.

It is allowed to use other measuring instruments with metrological characteristics, auxiliary devices and laboratory equipment with technical characteristics, reagents with quality characteristics not inferior to those listed above.

6.7.2 Sampling

Sampling - according to 6.1.

6.7.3 Performing the analysis

1 g of the analyzed sample is introduced into a conical titration flask with a capacity of 250 ml, 20 ml of distilled water and two drops of phenolphthalein indicator solution are added. The contents of the flask are stirred until the calcium chloride sample is completely dissolved. If the resulting solution has a pink color, add 2 ml of a solution of hydrochloric acid of molar concentration to the contents of the flask, the pink color of the solution should disappear.

The sample solution in a conical flask is titrated using a standard calcium hydroxide solution until the indicator turns pink again. A blank sample is analyzed at the same time. Record the value of the volume of the standard solution of calcium hydroxide used for titration.

6.7.4 Expression of results

The mass fraction of free alkali (calculated on),%, is calculated by the formula


where is the volume of a solution of calcium hydroxide of molar concentration (0.02 n), which was used for titration of a blank sample,;

- the volume of a solution of calcium hydroxide of molar concentration (0.02 n), which was used for titration of the sample, cm;

0.00074 - mass of free alkali (calculated on), g, corresponding to 1 solution of calcium hydroxide of molar concentration (0.02 n),;

- mass of the analyzed sample, g.

6.8 Determination of the mass fraction of sulfates

6.8.1 Sampling - according to 6.1.

6.8.2 Analysis - in accordance with GOST 450 (paragraph 3.8).

6.9 Determination of the mass fraction of iron

6.9.1 Sampling - according to 6.1.

6.9.2 Analysis - in accordance with GOST 450 (paragraph 3.6).

6.10 Determination of the mass fraction of alkali metals (potassium and sodium)

6.10.1 Sampling - according to 6.1.

6.10.2 Performing the analysis

The analysis in the sample is carried out by the method of atomic absorption flame spectrophotometry in accordance with GOST 26726 (Appendix 4), taking into account the following addition:

- calculation factor for sodium chloride 2.54 (for sodium);

- calculation factor for potassium chloride 1.91 (for potassium).

6.11 Qualitative Calcium Test

6.11.1 Measuring instruments, laboratory equipment, reagents, auxiliary materials and devices

Laboratory scales in accordance with GOST OIML R 76-1 of average accuracy class with the maximum weighing limit of 500 g.

A set of weights in accordance with GOST 7328 from 1 mg to 500 g of an accuracy class when used with laboratory balances of an average accuracy class.
GOST 5712
Water ammonia, analytical grade, according to GOST 3760.

It is allowed to use other measuring instruments with metrological characteristics, auxiliary devices and laboratory equipment with technical characteristics, reagents with quality characteristics not inferior to those listed above.

6.11.2 Sampling - according to 6.1.

6.11.3 Test execution

0.3 g of the sample is weighed in a glass with an accuracy of the second decimal place, 50 ml of distilled water is poured in a cylinder 1-50-2, and the mixture is stirred until the sample is dissolved. Then add two drops of an alcoholic solution of methyl red water-soluble with a dropper and neutralize with a solution of aqueous ammonia until the color of the solution changes from red to yellow. After that, 10 cm of a solution of ammonium oxalate is poured in a 1-25-2 cylinder. The solution with the resulting white precipitate is divided in half. 5 cm of hydrochloric acid is poured into one part of the solution using a 1-25-2 cylinder - the precipitate should dissolve. 5 cm of acetic acid is poured into the other part of the solution using a 1-25-2 cylinder - the precipitate will not dissolve.

6.11.4 Evaluation of results

The formation of a white precipitate, soluble in hydrochloric acid and insoluble in acetic acid, indicates the presence of calcium.

6.12 Qualitative test for chlorides

6.12.1 Reagents, measuring instruments, laboratory equipment, auxiliary materials and devices Glass V-1-100 THS according to 6.12.3 Test execution

0.3 g of the sample is weighed in a glass with an accuracy of the second decimal place, 50 ml of distilled water is poured in a cylinder 1-50-2, and the mixture is stirred until the sample is dissolved. Then add three to four drops of an aqueous solution of silver nitrate. The solution with the resulting white curdled precipitate is halved. 5 cm of nitric acid is poured into one part of the solution using a 1-25-2 cylinder - the precipitate will not dissolve. 5 cm of aqueous ammonia is poured into the other part of the solution using a 1-25-2 cylinder - the precipitate should dissolve.

6.12.4 Evaluation of results

The formation of a white curdled precipitate, soluble in ammonia and insoluble in nitric acid, indicates the presence of chlorides.

6.13 Determination of toxic elements

6.13.1 Sampling - according to 6.1.

6.13.2 Determination of the mass fraction of lead and cadmium - according to GOST 30178.

6.13.3 Determination of the mass fraction of arsenic - according to GOST R 51766.

6.13.4 Determination of the mass fraction of mercury - according to GOST 26927.

6.14 Determination of fluoride content

6.14.1 Sampling

Sampling - according to 6.1.

6.14.2 Sample preparation

To determine fluorides, 0.5 g of the sample is introduced into a clean glass with a capacity of 50 ml and 28.5 ml of distilled water is added. The contents of the beaker are thoroughly mixed until the sample is completely dissolved. The beaker is closed with a watch glass and kept at room temperature for 1 hour.

6.14.3 Analysis

Analysis of the fluoride content in a sample prepared in accordance with 6.14.2 is carried out in accordance with GOST 4386. The analysis result is expressed in mg / kg sample.

7 Transport and storage

7.1 Food calcium chloride is transported by all types of vehicles in accordance with the rules for the carriage of goods in force for each type of transport.

7.2 Food calcium chloride is stored in a hermetically sealed manufacturer's packaging in covered warehouses, excluding the ingress of moisture. The area where bags and soft containers are stacked must be free of protruding and sharp objects.

7.3 The shelf life of food grade calcium chloride is unlimited.

Bibliography

Technical Regulations of the Customs Union TR CU 029/2012 "Safety requirements for food additives, flavorings and technological aids"

Technical Regulations of the Customs Union TR CU 021/2011 "On food safety"

Technical Regulations of the Customs Union TR CU 005/2011 "On safety of packaging"

Technical Regulations of the Customs Union TR CU 022/2011 "Food products in terms of their labeling"

UDC 661.733.2: 006.354 OKS 67.220.20 OKP 91 9940

Key words: food additives, calcium chloride, calcium chloride, INS 509, E 509, stabilizer, hardener, structurant, thickener, functional ingredient, food products, baby food, healthy food, functional food

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Calcium dichloride (CaCl 2) is a calcium salt of hydrochloric acid, externally presented as a powder of white crystals, with a density of 2.15 g / cm³, at a melting point of -772 C, boiling point - 1960 C. It is a food additive labeled E-509, and serves as a hardener, it is considered absolutely harmless. The food emulsifier is a by-substance during the production of soda (ammonia recovery).

Additive E 509 is added in such cases:

In the countries of the European Union and the Russian Federation, the emulsifier has no contraindications and is fully approved for use in the food industry, however, it is strictly regulated. This is due to the fact that with increased amounts of the emulsifier can lead to irritation of the gastrointestinal tract, and sometimes even to an ulcer. The maximum daily dose of food emulsifier is 350 mg.

There are many positive properties when calcium chloride affects the body. It is directly used in cases where the body lacks calcium, which is necessary for impulsive movements and muscle contraction. It has a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular system, thickening and stopping external and internal bleeding. Due to the presence of calcium hydrochloric acid in the body, the progression of the inflammatory process is prevented, and resistance to various infections increases.


Calcium dichloride acts as a kind of immunity for the body, which not only prevents inflammatory processes, but also increases the body's resistance, restores calcium, also gives a good taste to the finished product and is absolutely harmless. Therefore, when familiarizing yourself with the composition of a particular product, one should not forget about the benefits of the E-509 additive and, by mistake and ignorance, put it on a par with other dangerous and harmful additives of the “E” marking.

Benefits of Calcium Chloride for Children and Adults

Doctors recommend calcium chloride for adults if:

  • Liver problems associated with toxic damage.
  • Serum disease.
  • Hepatitis of various groups.
  • Quincke's edema.
  • Psoriasis and eczema.
  • Endometritis.

Preparations containing this supplement can only be prescribed by a specialist. If used incorrectly, if the dosage is violated, there may be negative consequences:

  • Pulse slows down.
  • Heartburn appears.
  • It can hurt in the stomach.
  • During the period of active growth.
  • During allergies.
  • During the period of illness with inflammatory processes.

Calcium chloride has a bitter taste, which is why children do not like it. At the same time, it helps to fight allergic manifestations of:

  • Vaccinations.
  • Various products.
  • Pollen of flowers.
  • Apiary products.
  • Medicines.

All of the above applies to potassium chloride as a medicine. At the same time, the food additive (E 509) is also useful, does not contain harmful ingredients. E 509 is produced in the form of a white powder, which can be safely added to the preservation of vegetables, fruits and berries.

Of course, calcium chloride in large quantities will not be beneficial. But as you know, everything should be in moderation, no matter what product it is.

Interesting to know! Calcium chloride is used not only in the food industry, but is also used:

  • Manufacturing of products from natural rubber.
  • Manufacturing of latex and rubber products.
  • Used as an anti-icing agent.
  • It is a chemical reagent.
  • It is added in the manufacture of some narcotic drugs.

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