Ingredient

Anhydrous Sodium Aluminum Sulfate

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
This ingredient is primarily used as a leavening agent in baked goods. It reacts …

What is Anhydrous Sodium Aluminum Sulfate?

Anhydrous sodium aluminum sulfate is a chemical compound that is a form of aluminum sulfate. It is produced by reacting aluminum hydroxide with sulfuric acid and then dehydrating the resulting aluminum sulfate.

Is Anhydrous Sodium Aluminum Sulfate vegan?

Anhydrous Sodium Aluminum Sulfate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Anhydrous Sodium Aluminum Sulfate a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is Anhydrous Sodium Aluminum Sulfate used for?

This ingredient is primarily used as a leavening agent in baked goods.

Is Anhydrous Sodium Aluminum Sulfate safe?

In the United States, anhydrous sodium aluminum sulfate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive.

Why it's used

This ingredient is primarily used as a leavening agent in baked goods. It reacts with baking soda to produce carbon dioxide gas, which causes doughs and batters to rise. It is commonly found in cookies, cakes, and other baked treats.

Health notes

In the United States, anhydrous sodium aluminum sulfate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated it. While aluminum-containing compounds are generally considered safe at typical dietary levels, some research has explored potential links between high aluminum intake and health concerns, though evidence is mixed and not conclusive for typical food consumption.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Foods that contain Anhydrous Sodium Aluminum Sulfate

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Buttercup Bakeries Inc Carrot Cake, Carrot Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 386kcal 3.5Protein 19.3Fat 50.9Carbs Savory Foods, Inc. Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 388kcal 5.9Protein 11.8Fat 63.5Carbs Savory Foods, Inc. Chocolatey Chunk Cookie Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 435kcal 4.7Protein 21.2Fat 58.8Carbs Savory Foods, Inc. Candy Cookie Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 435kcal 4.7Protein 20Fat 61.2Carbs Flagship Food Group North America LLC Quesadillas, Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 310kcal 14.2Protein 12.4Fat 34.5Carbs Central Food Corporation Pizza, Supreme Other Deli High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 235kcal 6.7Protein 10.7Fat 30.2Carbs Savory Foods, Inc. Peanut Butter Cookie Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 459kcal 5.9Protein 22.4Fat 58.8Carbs Salutare Foods, LLC Chicken Tikka Masala Naan Style Crust, Chicken, Masala Sauce, Peppers, Onion Pizza, Chicken Tikka Masala Pizza High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 241kcal 11.3Protein 10.5Fat 26.3Carbs Buttercup Bakeries Inc Hot Cross Buns Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 282kcal 4.7Protein 4.1Fat 57.6Carbs Savory Foods, Inc. White Macadamia Nut Cookie Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 447kcal 5.9Protein 22.4Fat 57.6Carbs Gastronomical Inc Strawberry Pancake & Waffle Mix, Strawberry Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes 350kcal 12.5Protein 1.2Fat 72.5Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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