Flow Acid
What is Flow Acid?
Flow Acid is a trade name for a blend of ingredients, primarily consisting of sodium chloride (salt) and citric acid. It is used to control the flow and texture of dry food ingredients, particularly in baked goods. The specific composition can vary by manufacturer.
Is Flow Acid vegan?
Flow Acid is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Flow Acid gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Flow Acid a major allergen?
Flow Acid is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is Flow Acid used for?
Manufacturers use Flow Acid to prevent clumping and improve the handling of dry ingredients like flour or baking mixes.
Is Flow Acid safe?
Flow Acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use Flow Acid to prevent clumping and improve the handling of dry ingredients like flour or baking mixes. It can also contribute a slight tartness to the final product. It is commonly found in breads, buns, and sandwich preparations.
Health notes
Flow Acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. Salt and citric acid are common food ingredients with long histories of safe use. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated salt and citric acid and established acceptable daily intakes. At typical consumption levels found in packaged foods, it is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Flow Acid is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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