Ingredient

Anticake

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add anticaking agents to powdered foods like salt, sugar, and spices to ensure …

What it is

Anticaking agents are substances added to powdered or granulated foods to prevent clumping. They work by absorbing moisture or coating particles to keep them separate. Common anticaking agents include silicon dioxide, calcium silicate, and magnesium carbonate.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add anticaking agents to powdered foods like salt, sugar, and spices to ensure they flow freely and are easy to measure. They are also used in grated cheeses, drink mixes, and baking powders. These agents help maintain product texture and prevent caking during storage.

Health notes

In the U.S., many anticaking agents are Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated various anticaking agents. At typical consumption levels, they are not associated with adverse health effects. Some studies have explored their effects on nutrient absorption, but evidence is mixed and not conclusive for typical dietary intake.

Allergen info

Anticaking agents are not derived from the major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

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Topco Associates, Inc. Reduced Fat Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Finely Shredded Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese 250kcal 28.6Protein 14.3Fat 3.6Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Reduced Fat Mexican Style Four Cheese Blend Monterey Jack, Cheddar, Queso Quesadilla & Asadero Finely Shredded Cheeses, Mexican Style Four Cheese Blend Cheese 321kcal 28.6Protein 21.4Fat 3.6Carbs

Topco Associates, Inc. Reduced Fat Mild Cheddar Finely Shredded Cheese, Mild Cheddar Cheese 321kcal 28.6Protein 21.4Fat 3.6Carbs

Topco Associates, Inc. Italian Cheese Blend Of Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella, Provolone, Asiago, Parmesan, Romano & Fontina Finely Shredded Cheeses, Italian Cheese Blend Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 321kcal 28.6Protein 21.4Fat 3.6Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Mild Cheddar Cheese Cubes, Mild Cheddar Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 3.6Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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