Deionized Water
What is Deionized Water?
Deionized water is purified water that has had most of its mineral ions removed. This is done by passing water through ion-exchange resins. The process removes minerals like sodium, calcium, and magnesium, resulting in highly pure water.
Is Deionized Water vegan?
Deionized Water is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Deionized Water gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Deionized Water a major allergen?
Deionized water is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Deionized Water used for?
Deionized water is used in food production to ensure purity and prevent unwanted chemical reactions.
Is Deionized Water safe?
Deionized water is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Deionized water is used in food production to ensure purity and prevent unwanted chemical reactions. It is often used in beverages, baked goods, and processed fruits and vegetables where a neutral water base is desired. Its lack of dissolved minerals makes it a consistent ingredient.
Health notes
Deionized water is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is essentially pure H2O and does not contain minerals or other substances that would typically be a health concern at normal consumption levels. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated water, but deionized water specifically is not usually singled out for separate evaluation beyond its purity standards.
Allergen info
Deionized water is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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