Ingredient

For Anti-caking

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Manufacturers add silicon dioxide to foods to prevent ingredients from clumping together, a function …

What it is

Silicon dioxide is a manufactured form of silica, which is a naturally occurring compound. It is produced by reacting sodium silicate with a mineral acid. It appears as a fine white powder.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add silicon dioxide to foods to prevent ingredients from clumping together, a function known as anti-caking. It helps maintain a free-flowing texture in powdered products. It is commonly found in seasoning mixes, powdered beverages, and spice blends.

Health notes

In the US, silicon dioxide is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as an anti-caking agent. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated silicon dioxide and have not set a numerical limit for its acceptable daily intake. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Silicon dioxide is not one of the FDA's major allergens, nor does it contain gluten.

Products containing For Anti-caking

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Topco Associates, Inc. Beef Flavored Rice & Vermicelli Mix With Beef Broth & Herbs Rice Medley, Beef Flavored Rice Dishes High in sodium — 43% DV per serving 343kcal 10Protein 1.4Fat 72.9Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Chicken Flavored Rice & Vermicelli Mix With Chicken Broth & Herbs Rice Medley, Chicken Flavored Rice Dishes High in sodium — 42% DV per serving 343kcal 10Protein 1.4Fat 72.9Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Yellow Rice Mix With Saffron Flavored Rice Dishes High in sodium — 32% DV per serving 357kcal 7.1Protein 0Fat 78.6Carbs Beekman 1802, Inc. Herbed Soup Seasoning Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Beekman 1802, Inc. Farmhouse Soup Seasoning For Chicken Broth, Farmhouse Soup Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 125Carbs Ingles Markets Inc. Red Bean & Rice Mix Flavored Rice Dishes High in sodium — 39% DV per serving 338kcal 12.3Protein 0Fat 70.8Carbs Ingles Markets Inc. Jambalaya Rice Mix Flavored Rice Dishes 356kcal 8.9Protein 1.1Fat 75.6Carbs Cuisine Solutions, Inc. Braised Beef In Red Wine Other Deli 118kcal 14.7Protein 5.2Fat 3.7Carbs Brookshire Grocery Company Rice Blend, Beef Flavored With Vermicelli Flavored Rice Dishes High in sodium — 40% DV per serving 357kcal 10Protein 0.7Fat 72.9Carbs Big Y Foods, Inc. Broccoli Au Gratin Rice & Orzo Blend With Broccoli & Three Cheeses, Broccoli Au Gratin Flavored Rice Dishes High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 371kcal 11.4Protein 2.9Fat 72.9Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Chicken Flavored Rice & Vermicelli Mix With Chicken Broth & Seasonings, Chicken Flavored Rice Dishes High in sodium — 42% DV per serving 343kcal 10Protein 1.4Fat 72.9Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Beef Flavored Rice & Vermicelli Mix With Beef Stock & Vegetables, Beef Flavored Rice Dishes High in sodium — 43% DV per serving 352kcal 9.9Protein 1.4Fat 71.8Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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