Ammonium Aluminum Sulphate
What is Ammonium Aluminum Sulphate?
Ammonium aluminum sulfate is a chemical compound that appears as a white crystalline powder. It is an inorganic salt formed from ammonium, aluminum, and sulfate ions. It is typically manufactured through chemical synthesis.
Is Ammonium Aluminum Sulphate vegan?
Ammonium Aluminum Sulphate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Ammonium Aluminum Sulphate gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Ammonium Aluminum Sulphate a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Ammonium Aluminum Sulphate used for?
This ingredient functions as an acidulant and leavening agent in baked goods, particularly in combination with baking soda.
Is Ammonium Aluminum Sulphate safe?
Ammonium aluminum sulfate is regulated by the FDA and is permitted for use in food.
Why it's used
This ingredient functions as an acidulant and leavening agent in baked goods, particularly in combination with baking soda. It helps doughs and batters rise by producing carbon dioxide gas. It is commonly found in cookies, biscuits, and baking mixes.
Health notes
Ammonium aluminum sulfate is regulated by the FDA and is permitted for use in food. It is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used as a food additive. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it. Typical intake from food is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Ammonium Aluminum Sulphate
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