Ingredient

And Ammonium Bicarbonate

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Ammonium bicarbonate is used as a leavening agent in baking, particularly for cookies, crackers, …

What it is

Ammonium bicarbonate is an inorganic salt with the chemical formula NH4HCO3. It is produced industrially by reacting ammonia, carbon dioxide, and water. It is a white crystalline powder that is soluble in water.

Why it's used

Ammonium bicarbonate is used as a leavening agent in baking, particularly for cookies, crackers, and biscuits. It breaks down into ammonia, carbon dioxide, and water when heated, causing dough to rise. It is often used when a crisp texture is desired.

Health notes

In the United States, ammonium bicarbonate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. International bodies like JECFA (Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives) have evaluated it. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects. There are no widespread controversies regarding its use.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing And Ammonium Bicarbonate

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Pepsico Inc. Rold Gold Thins Original 4.0 Ounce Plastic Bag Biscuits/Cookies High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 393kcal 7.1Protein 3.6Fat 82.1Carbs Rold Gold Braided Honey Wheat Pretzels 10 Ounce Plastic Bag Pepsico Inc. Rold Gold Braided Honey Wheat Pretzels 10 Ounce Plastic Bag Biscuits/Cookies 393kcal 7.1Protein 3.6Fat 82.1Carbs Pepsico Inc. Rold Gold Braided Honey Wheat Pretzels 2.0 Ounce Plastic Bag Biscuits/Cookies 393kcal 7.1Protein 3.6Fat 82.1Carbs Frito-Lay Company Rold Gold, Thins Pretzels Chips, Pretzels & Snacks High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 393kcal 7.1Protein 3.6Fat 82.1Carbs Thins Pretzels, Original Frito-Lay Company Thins Pretzels, Original Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 393kcal 7.1Protein 3.6Fat 82.1Carbs Thins Pretzels, Original Frito-Lay Company Thins Pretzels, Original Chips, Pretzels & Snacks High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 393kcal 7.1Protein 3.6Fat 82.1Carbs Original Thins Pretzels, Original Frito-Lay Company Original Thins Pretzels, Original Chips, Pretzels & Snacks High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 393kcal 7.1Protein 3.6Fat 82.1Carbs Frito-Lay Company Thins Pretzels, Original Chips, Pretzels & Snacks High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 393kcal 7.1Protein 3.6Fat 82.1Carbs Frito-Lay Company Original Thins Pretzels, Original Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 393kcal 7.1Protein 3.6Fat 82.1Carbs Frito-Lay Company Pretzels Thins, Original Chips, Pretzels & Snacks High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 393kcal 7.1Protein 3.6Fat 82.1Carbs Frito-Lay Company Original Thins Pretzels, Original Chips, Pretzels & Snacks High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 393kcal 7.1Protein 3.6Fat 82.1Carbs Herr Foods Inc. Herr's, Pretzels, Chocolate, Chocolate Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 464kcal 7.1Protein 17.9Fat 71.4Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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