Monocalcium Sulfate
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What it is
Monocalcium sulfate is a calcium salt of sulfuric acid. It is a white crystalline powder that can be produced by reacting calcium carbonate with sulfuric acid. It is also found naturally in some mineral deposits.
Why it's used
This ingredient is often used as a dough conditioner in baking, helping to improve the texture and volume of bread and other baked goods. It can also act as a firming agent in canned vegetables and as a source of calcium in some food products.
Health notes
In the United States, monocalcium sulfate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated its safety. At typical consumption levels found in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Monocalcium sulfate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Products containing Monocalcium Sulfate
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Topco Associates, Inc.
Fajita Chicken Seasoned Chicken And Rice In A Savory Fajita Sauce With A Selection Of Bell Peppers And Onion Skillet Dinner, Fajita Chicken
81kcal
5.0Protein
1.0Fat
12.6Carbs
Topco Associates, Inc.
Three Cheese Chicken Seasoned Chicken, Pasta, Broccoli, Corn, Carrots And Pasta In A Creamy Parmesan, Cheddar And Blue Cheese Sauce Skillet Dinner, Three Cheese Chicken
High in sodium — 28% DV per serving
131kcal
7.1Protein
4.0Fat
16.2Carbs
Topco Associates, Inc.
Chicken Alfredo Seasoned Chicken With Pasta In A Creamy Alfredo Sauce With Carrots, Broccoli And Peas Skillet Dinner, Chicken Alfredo
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
116kcal
7.1Protein
2.5Fat
15.7Carbs
Mozian & Associates, Inc.
Bread, Banana
255kcal
3.6Protein
9.1Fat
45.5Carbs
Piggly Wiggly Company
Sausage & Biscuits
High in sodium — 22% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
309kcal
9.9Protein
16.1Fat
29.6Carbs
Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.
Peppermint Ice Cream With Red And White Peppermint Candy Pieces Between Chocolate Wafers Sandwiches, Peppermint Candy
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
282kcal
4.2Protein
11.3Fat
43.7Carbs
Topco Associates, Inc.
Garlic Chicken Seasoned Chicken And Pasta With Broccoli, Carrots And Corn In A Delicious Garlic Sauce Skillet Dinner, Garlic Chicken
96kcal
5.6Protein
1.8Fat
14.7Carbs
Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
Garlic Chicken Rotini Pasta With Diced White Meat Chicken And Steamed Veggies In Garlic Sauce, Garlic Chicken
96kcal
5.6Protein
1.5Fat
15.2Carbs
The Moran Group Incorporated
Garlic Chicken Fully Cooked White Meat, Chicken, Rotini Pasta, And Vegetables With A Garlic Sauce, Garlic Chicken
101kcal
5.0Protein
2.0Fat
15.7Carbs
Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
Chicken Alfredo Penne Pasta With Seasoned White Meat Chicken In A Creamy Parmesan Sauce, Chicken Alfredo
High in sodium — 22% DV per serving
116kcal
6.6Protein
2.5Fat
15.7Carbs
Rudi's Organic and Gluten Free Brands, Inc.
Rocky Mountain Sourdough Organic English Muffins, Rocky Mountain Sourdough
211kcal
7.0Protein
0Fat
42.1Carbs
Meijer, Inc.
Three Cheese Chicken Pasta, Broccoli, Carrots & Corn In A Creamy Parmesan, Cheddar And Blue Cheese Sauce Skillet Meal, Three Cheese Chicken
High in sodium — 28% DV per serving
131kcal
7.1Protein
4.0Fat
16.2Carbs