Ingredient

Powdered Cellulose To Prevent Caking

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add powdered cellulose to foods as an anti-caking agent, meaning it helps prevent …

What it is

Powdered cellulose is a purified form of cellulose, the main building block of plant cell walls. It is typically made from wood pulp or cotton by processing it to remove lignin and other plant materials. The resulting fibers are then ground into a fine powder.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add powdered cellulose to foods as an anti-caking agent, meaning it helps prevent powders from clumping together. It can also be used as a thickener or to add dietary fiber. It is commonly found in shredded cheeses, powdered sugar, and spice blends.

Health notes

In the US, powdered cellulose is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as an anti-caking agent and dietary fiber source. It is not metabolized by the body and passes through undigested, acting as dietary fiber. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated it and established an acceptable daily intake. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Powdered cellulose is derived from plants and is not one of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Powdered Cellulose To Prevent Caking

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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