Magnesia
What is Magnesia?
Magnesia, also known as magnesium oxide, is a white mineral powder. It is formed when magnesium, a metal found in the Earth's crust, is heated with oxygen. It is often produced industrially through chemical processes.
Is Magnesia vegan?
Magnesia is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Magnesia a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Magnesia used for?
Magnesia is used as an anti-caking agent, meaning it helps prevent powdered foods from clumping together.
Is Magnesia safe?
Magnesium oxide is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive.
Why it's used
Magnesia is used as an anti-caking agent, meaning it helps prevent powdered foods from clumping together. It can also act as a source of magnesium, a mineral important for human health. It is found in some baked goods like cakes and cupcakes.
Health notes
Magnesium oxide is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. It is also used as a dietary supplement to provide magnesium. At typical food intake levels, it is not expected to cause adverse health effects. JECFA has evaluated magnesium oxide and established an acceptable daily intake.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Magnesia
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