Sodium Aluminium Sulphate

Sodium aluminum sulfate is a white crystalline powder. It is a type of salt made from aluminum, sodium, and sulfate. It is often produced by reacting aluminum hydroxide with sulfuric acid and sodium carbonate.

This ingredient is used as a leavening agent in baked goods like cookies, cakes, and biscuits. It reacts with baking soda to produce carbon dioxide gas, which helps dough rise and creates a lighter texture. It is commonly found in commercially produced cookies, cakes, and pies.

In the U.S., sodium aluminum sulfate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food additive. It is approved for use as a leavening agent. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at typical consumption levels.