E-number  · E500

E500 — Sodium Carbonates

Sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) and related salts. Vegan.

The entry Reference notes, kept short.

What it is

E500 covers sodium carbonate (E500i, "soda ash") and sodium bicarbonate (E500ii, baking soda). Mineral-sourced.

Why it matters

Baking soda is the everyday raising agent. Sodium carbonate is the acidity regulator in ramen noodles, the alkali in cocoa processing ("Dutch process"), and the foundation of many cleaning products.

What to do

Always vegan.

Sources Where the entry is drawn from.
  • Vegan Society additives database