Ingredient

Sodium Bicarbonate: Salt

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add sodium bicarbonate as a leavening agent in baked goods, causing doughs and …

What it is

Sodium bicarbonate is a chemical compound, also known as baking soda. It is a salt formed from sodium and bicarbonate ions. It occurs naturally in mineral deposits and can also be manufactured.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add sodium bicarbonate as a leavening agent in baked goods, causing doughs and batters to rise. It reacts with acids to produce carbon dioxide gas. It is also used as an acidity regulator and sometimes as a flavor enhancer in various food products.

Health notes

Sodium bicarbonate is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a common ingredient found in many foods and is also used as an antacid. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated it. At typical dietary intakes, it is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Sodium bicarbonate is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Sodium Bicarbonate: Salt

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LA DONATELLA Cubella Tiramisu Frozen Dessert Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 48% DV per serving 282kcal 3.1Protein 12.5Fat 37.5Carbs Blue Chip Games Muffins Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 221kcal 3.6Protein 8.0Fat 42.8Carbs Classic Corn Dogs, Classic Bar-S Foods Co. Classic Corn Dogs, Classic Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 263kcal 5.3Protein 14.5Fat 27.6Carbs J&J Snack Foods Corp Cinnamon Sugar Churro Bites, Cinnamon Sugar Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 322kcal 3.4Protein 15.2Fat 44.1Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Uncured Angus Beef Hot Dogs Wrapped In A Honey Sweetened Batter Mini Corn Dogs, Uncured Angus Beef Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 288kcal 8.8Protein 16.2Fat 26.2Carbs Jo-Lee Food Products, Inc. Ice Cream Sundae Malted Milk Balls, Ice Cream Sundae Chocolate High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 500kcal 3.3Protein 23.3Fat 66.7Carbs Rudolph Foods Company, Inc. Janie's Cookie Co, Sugar Cookie Dough Frozen Bread & Dough 464kcal 7.1Protein 25Fat 57.1Carbs Schnuck Markets, Inc. Chocolate Malt Balls Malted Milk Centers Coated With Chocolate, Chocolate Malt Chocolate High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving 500kcal 3.3Protein 26.7Fat 70Carbs Bektrom Foods, Inc Homestyle Flavor Pumpkin Spice Muffin Mix, Homestyle, Pumpkin Spice Bread & Muffin Mixes High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 378kcal 4.4Protein 5.6Fat 77.8Carbs Target Stores Pre-Built House Gingerbread Kit, Pre-Built House Cookies & Biscuits High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving 394kcal 3.0Protein 9.1Fat 75.8Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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