Hydrated Silica
What is Hydrated Silica?
Hydrated silica is a form of silicon dioxide, a mineral that occurs naturally. It is produced by reacting sodium silicate with a mineral acid, then drying and processing the resulting gel. It is often used as a food additive.
Is Hydrated Silica vegan?
Hydrated Silica is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Hydrated Silica gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Hydrated Silica a major allergen?
Hydrated silica is a mineral and is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is Hydrated Silica used for?
Hydrated silica is used as an anti-caking agent, meaning it helps prevent powdered foods from clumping together.
Is Hydrated Silica safe?
In the United States, hydrated silica is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended.
Why it's used
Hydrated silica is used as an anti-caking agent, meaning it helps prevent powdered foods from clumping together. It can also act as a thickening agent and a processing aid. It is found in a variety of baked goods, chewing gum, and mints.
Health notes
In the United States, hydrated silica is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated it. At typical intake levels found in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects. There are no widespread controversies regarding its use in food.
Allergen info
Hydrated silica is a mineral and is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Hydrated Silica
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