Acidic Calcium Sulfate
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What it is
Acidic Calcium Sulfate is a salt made from calcium, sulfur, and oxygen. It is often produced by reacting calcium carbonate (like limestone) with sulfuric acid. It appears as a white crystalline powder.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use it as an acidulant and leavening agent in baked goods like croissants, muffins, and cakes. It helps create a lighter texture by reacting with baking soda to produce carbon dioxide gas. It can also be found in condiments like ketchup and mustard.
Health notes
In the US, Acidic Calcium Sulfate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated it. At typical consumption levels found in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.
Products containing Acidic Calcium Sulfate
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Buffalogills Inc
Chocolatey Glazed Cookie Donut Salted Caramel Ice Cream Sandwiches, Chocolatey Glazed Cookie Donut
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving
310kcal
5.2Protein
12.1Fat
46.5Carbs
Ly Brothers Corporation
Pumpkin Fritters, Pumpkin
High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving
404kcal
5.3Protein
17.5Fat
54.4Carbs
Ly Brothers Corporation
Pumpkin Fritters, Pumpkin
High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving
404kcal
5.3Protein
17.5Fat
54.4Carbs