Amorphous Silicon Dioxide
What is Amorphous Silicon Dioxide?
Amorphous silicon dioxide is a form of silicon dioxide, a naturally occurring mineral. It is manufactured by reacting sodium silicate with a mineral acid, then drying and processing the resulting gel. It is not the same as crystalline silica, which can be harmful when inhaled.
Is Amorphous Silicon Dioxide vegan?
Amorphous Silicon Dioxide is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Amorphous Silicon Dioxide gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Amorphous Silicon Dioxide a major allergen?
Amorphous silicon dioxide is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA.
What is Amorphous Silicon Dioxide used for?
Manufacturers add amorphous silicon dioxide as an anti-caking agent to keep powdered foods from clumping.
Is Amorphous Silicon Dioxide safe?
In the US, amorphous silicon dioxide is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as an anti-caking agent.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add amorphous silicon dioxide as an anti-caking agent to keep powdered foods from clumping. It helps maintain a free-flowing texture in products like seasoning mixes, salts, and spices.
Health notes
In the US, amorphous silicon dioxide is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as an anti-caking agent. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated it. At the levels typically used in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects. There are no widespread controversies regarding its use.
Allergen info
Amorphous silicon dioxide is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.
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