Ingredient

Semolina 99

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Semolina is most often used to make pasta due to its high protein content …

What is Semolina 99?

Semolina is a coarse flour made from durum wheat, a hard variety of wheat. It is the primary ingredient in most pasta. The wheat is milled, and the coarse, granular particles are separated from the finer flour.

Is Semolina 99 vegan?

Semolina 99 is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Semolina 99 gluten-free?

It contains gluten.

Is Semolina 99 a major allergen?

Semolina is derived from wheat, which is one of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA.

What is Semolina 99 used for?

Semolina is most often used to make pasta due to its high protein content and gluten strength, which helps pasta hold its shape during cooking.

Is Semolina 99 safe?

Semolina is a source of carbohydrates and some protein.

Why it's used

Semolina is most often used to make pasta due to its high protein content and gluten strength, which helps pasta hold its shape during cooking. It is also used in some breads, puddings, and couscous.

Health notes

Semolina is a source of carbohydrates and some protein. It is considered safe by the FDA as a food ingredient. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated semolina and similar wheat flours. There are no widespread health controversies associated with typical consumption of semolina.

Allergen info

Semolina is derived from wheat, which is one of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA. It contains gluten.

Foods that contain Semolina 99

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Last updated: October 5, 2026

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