Ingredient

Anti-caking

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Role in food

Manufacturers add anti-caking agents to keep powdered products like salt, spices, and baking mixes …

What it is

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

Why it's used

Manufacturers add anti-caking agents to keep powdered products like salt, spices, and baking mixes free-flowing. They ensure uniform texture and prevent the product from hardening. They are commonly found in seasoning mixes, salts, marinades, and some snack foods.

Health notes

Many anti-caking agents are recognized as safe by the FDA. For example, silicon dioxide and calcium silicate are Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many anti-caking agents. At typical consumption levels, they are not associated with adverse health effects. Evidence does not suggest significant health concerns for most people.

Allergen info

Most anti-caking agents are not derived from major allergens. Some, like calcium silicate, are mineral-based. Others, like magnesium carbonate, are synthesized. Not a major allergen.

Products containing Anti-caking

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MAMA COZZI'S PIZZA KITCHEN Diced White Meat Chicken, Mozzarella & Parmesan Cheeses, Spinach, Diced Tomatoes, Bacon And Creamy Roasted Garlic Sauce Fire Baked Crust Chicken Club Pizza, Chicken Club Pizza High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 200kcal 10.7Protein 6.7Fat 26Carbs

CLANCY'S Original Onion Rings, Original Other Snacks 500kcal 3.6Protein 25Fat 57.1Carbs LIDL Shredded Parmesan Cheese, Parmesan Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 393kcal 32.1Protein 28.6Fat 3.6Carbs EVERFRESH Snack Wheel, Spicy Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 464kcal 7.1Protein 17.9Fat 57.1Carbs MARKET DISTRICT Turkey & Bacon Wrap With Tomato Pesto Aioli, Turkey & Bacon Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 90% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 246kcal 11.7Protein 13.3Fat 20.7Carbs HYVEE Chicken Pot Pie, Chicken Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 256kcal 7.0Protein 13.7Fat 26.0Carbs Schnuck Markets, Inc. Kale Pasta Salad Deli Salads High in sodium — 26% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 248kcal 6.2Protein 20.4Fat 13.3Carbs Eastland Food Corporation Japanese Crispy Seaweed, Tom Yum Goong Other Snacks 361kcal 13.9Protein 25Fat 19.4Carbs Reynaldo's Mexican Food Manufacturer Inc. Soy Chorizo Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 32% DV per serving 200kcal 12.9Protein 14.3Fat 11.4Carbs Nestle USA Inc. Trader Joe's, Honey Roasted Cocoa & Chili Peanuts & Almonds With Roasted Salted Pecans, Sweet, Hot & Savory, Sweet, Hot & Savory Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 571kcal 16.7Protein 50Fat 26.2Carbs

The Kroger Co. Kroger, Italian Sausage, Mild, Mild Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 308kcal 17.9Protein 23.1Fat 6.4Carbs Deluvia, Inc. Gourmet Dip Mix, Sesame Garlic Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 50Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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