Potassium Bicarbonate And Calcium Carbonate Iodized Salt

Potassium bicarbonate is a white, crystalline compound, a potassium salt of carbonic acid. Calcium carbonate is a common mineral compound found in rocks and shells. Iodized salt is primarily sodium chloride (table salt) with a small amount of iodine added, typically as potassium iodide or potassium iodate, to provide this essential nutrient. This ingredient combines these compounds into a blend.

This blend is often used as a salt substitute or to reduce sodium content in foods while still providing a salty flavor. Potassium bicarbonate can act as a leavening agent in baked goods and an acidity regulator. Calcium carbonate can serve as a firming agent, an anti-caking agent, and a source of dietary calcium. The iodine in iodized salt is a vital nutrient. It appears in products like cookies and biscuits.

Potassium bicarbonate, calcium carbonate, and sodium chloride (the main component of salt) are all Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. JECFA has evaluated potassium bicarbonate, calcium carbonate, and sodium chloride. Iodine is an essential nutrient. The FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg.