Silicon Dioxide And Sunflower Oil
What is Silicon Dioxide And Sunflower Oil?
Silicon dioxide is a naturally occurring compound made of silicon and oxygen. It is often combined with sunflower oil, a vegetable oil, to create a free-flowing agent. This combination helps prevent clumping in powdered food products.
Is Silicon Dioxide And Sunflower Oil vegan?
Silicon Dioxide And Sunflower Oil is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Silicon Dioxide And Sunflower Oil gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Silicon Dioxide And Sunflower Oil a major allergen?
Silicon dioxide is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens.
What is Silicon Dioxide And Sunflower Oil used for?
Manufacturers add silicon dioxide and sunflower oil to powdered foods like spices, drink mixes, and baking mixes to improve texture and prevent caking.
Is Silicon Dioxide And Sunflower Oil safe?
Silicon dioxide is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as an anti-caking agent.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add silicon dioxide and sunflower oil to powdered foods like spices, drink mixes, and baking mixes to improve texture and prevent caking. The oil coats the silicon dioxide particles, allowing them to spread more easily and keep the powder from sticking together. It is commonly found in pizza, chips, and pretzels.
Health notes
Silicon dioxide is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as an anti-caking agent. It is poorly absorbed by the body and passes through the digestive system. JECFA has evaluated silicon dioxide and did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified). There are no major health controversies associated with its use at typical levels found in food.
Allergen info
Silicon dioxide is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens. Sunflower oil is not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Silicon Dioxide And Sunflower Oil
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571kcal
7.1Protein
39.3Fat
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High in sodium — 41% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving
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10.6Fat
31.1Carbs
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BBQ Smoked Chicken Pizza Packers, BBQ Smoked Chicken
High in sodium — 41% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving
272kcal
11.3Protein
10.6Fat
31.1Carbs
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