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And Anti-caking Agent

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Role in food
Manufacturers add anti-caking agents to powdered products like spices, baking mixes, and powdered sugar …

What it is

Anti-caking agents are substances added to powdered or granulated foods to prevent clumping. They work by absorbing moisture or coating particles, keeping them free-flowing. Many are naturally occurring minerals or salts, while others are synthesized.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add anti-caking agents to powdered products like spices, baking mixes, and powdered sugar to ensure they pour easily and mix evenly. They are also found in processed foods like shredded cheese and salt to prevent them from sticking together. Common examples include silicon dioxide, calcium silicate, and magnesium carbonate.

Health notes

Many anti-caking agents are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. For example, silicon dioxide and calcium silicate are approved for use in food. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated some anti-caking agents, and regulatory agencies generally consider them safe at typical consumption levels. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming these ingredients within normal dietary patterns.

Allergen info

Anti-caking agents are not derived from major allergens and do not contain gluten. Not a major allergen.

Products containing And Anti-caking Agent

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ROUNDY'S SELECT Ravioli Pasta by Shape & Type 168kcal 8.0Protein 5.3Fat 24.8Carbs West End Enterprises, LLC Half Sausage Half Pepperoni Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 29% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 248kcal 13.6Protein 15.2Fat 19.2Carbs West End Enterprises, LLC Half Pepperoni Half Extra Cheese Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 250kcal 15Protein 14.2Fat 19.2Carbs West End Enterprises, LLC Uncured Pepperoni Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 42% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 269kcal 14.1Protein 15.4Fat 19.2Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. Roundy's, Select, Creamy Ricotta, Romano, Parmesan And Asiago Cheese, Ravioli Pasta by Shape & Type High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 186kcal 8.8Protein 7.1Fat 23.9Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. Roundy's, Select, Four Cheese Jumbo Ravioli Pasta by Shape & Type High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 177kcal 8.8Protein 8.0Fat 18.6Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. Roundy's, Select, Spinach Ravioli Pasta by Shape & Type 177kcal 8.8Protein 5.3Fat 24.8Carbs Perfect Pasta Inc. Cheese Ravioli Pasta by Shape & Type High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 246kcal 11.5Protein 8.2Fat 33.6Carbs Spinach Artichoke Pizza, Spinach Artichoke Shakespeare's Pizza, Inc. Spinach Artichoke Pizza, Spinach Artichoke Pizza High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 229kcal 9.7Protein 6.9Fat 30.6Carbs Shakespeare's Pizza, Inc. Four Cheese Pizza, Four Cheese Pizza High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 264kcal 11.8Protein 10.4Fat 29.9Carbs West End Enterprises, LLC Extra Cheese Whole Grain Wheat Thin Crust Pizza, Extra Cheese Pizza High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 232kcal 12.8Protein 12Fat 16.8Carbs West End Enterprises, LLC Fresh Veggie Delight Whole Grain Wheat Thin Crust Pizza, Fresh Veggie Delight Pizza High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 160kcal 8.8Protein 6.4Fat 16.8Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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