Ammonium Sulfate
What is Ammonium Sulfate?
Ammonium sulfate is an inorganic salt. It is produced by reacting ammonia with sulfuric acid. It typically appears as a white, crystalline solid.
Is Ammonium Sulfate vegan?
Ammonium Sulfate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Ammonium Sulfate a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Ammonium Sulfate used for?
In foods, ammonium sulfate is often used as a dough conditioner, a leavening agent, and a nutrient for yeast.
Is Ammonium Sulfate safe?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recognized ammonium sulfate as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for use in food.
Why it's used
In foods, ammonium sulfate is often used as a dough conditioner, a leavening agent, and a nutrient for yeast. It is commonly found in baked goods such as breads, buns, and tortillas.
Health notes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recognized ammonium sulfate as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for use in food. JECFA (the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives) has evaluated ammonium sulfate and did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified), meaning it can be used without numerical limit based on current data. At typical intake levels found in food, it is generally considered safe.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
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