Sodium Silcoaluminate
What is Sodium Silcoaluminate?
Sodium silicoaluminate is a synthetic compound made from aluminum, silicon, and sodium. It is created by reacting sodium aluminate with sodium silicate.
Is Sodium Silcoaluminate vegan?
Sodium Silcoaluminate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Sodium Silcoaluminate gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Sodium Silcoaluminate a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Sodium Silcoaluminate used for?
It is used as an anti-caking agent to prevent powdered foods from clumping.
Is Sodium Silcoaluminate safe?
Sodium silicoaluminate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as an anti-caking agent.
Why it's used
It is used as an anti-caking agent to prevent powdered foods from clumping. This helps to maintain a free-flowing texture in products like drink mixes, seasoning blends, and salt.
Health notes
Sodium silicoaluminate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as an anti-caking agent. Regulatory bodies like JECFA have evaluated its safety. There is no widespread controversy regarding its use at typical levels found in food.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Sodium Silcoaluminate
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