Comment : Although there are no known side effects from the use of sodium hydroxide in small amounts in larger quantities can be very harmful. Banned in Australia for that reason.
Used to counteract the acidity.
E527 (E 500-599 Mineral salts, pH regulators and humectants)
Comment : Used to acidification of food products. Prepared from the phosphate ore. Moisture in cheese and their derivatives. No evidence of adverse effects.
E500 (E 500-599 Mineral salts, pH regulators and humectants)