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  1. sequestrantnoun

    any compound that promotes sequestration by forming chelate compounds with metal ions; especially when used as food additives in order to prevent metal catalyzed oxidation

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  1. Sequestrant

    A sequestrant is a food additive which improves the quality and stability of foods. A sequestrant forms chelate complexes with polyvalent metal ions, especially copper, iron and nickel, which can prevent the oxidation of the fats in the food. Sequestrants are a type of preservative. The name comes from Latin and means "to withdraw from use".

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  1. Sequestrant

    A sequestrant is a term for a food additive. Sequestrants improve the quality and stability of the food products. Sequestrants form chelate complexes with polyvalent metal ions, especially copper, iron and nickel, which serve as catalysts in the oxidation of the fats in the food. Sequestrants are a kind of preservative. The name comes from Latin and means "to withdraw from use". Common sequestrants are: ⁕Calcium disodium ethylene diamine tetra-acetate ⁕Glucono delta-lactone ⁕Sodium gluconate ⁕Potassium gluconate ⁕Sodium tripolyphosphate ⁕Sodium hexametaphosphate Sodium and calcium salts of EDTA are also commonly used in many foods and beverages.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of sequestrant in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of sequestrant in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6


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  • sekvestrantCzech
  • διαχωριστικόGreek
  • தொடர்ச்சியானTamil

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