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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
This ingredient is used as a leavening agent in baked goods like cookies, cakes, …
What it is
Sodium aluminum sulfate is a white crystalline powder. It is a salt formed from aluminum, sodium, and sulfate. It is produced industrially through chemical processes.
Why it's used
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 doughs and batters rise and become lighter. It is often found in self-rising flour mixes.
Health notes
In the United States, sodium aluminum sulfate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food additive. International bodies like JECFA have also evaluated it. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects. Some research has explored aluminum's potential role in neurological health, but the amounts from food additives are considered very small.
Allergen info
Sodium aluminum sulfate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
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