Ingredient

To Make Free Flowing & Garlic

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add this blend to dry food products to provide garlic flavor and aroma …

What is To Make Free Flowing & Garlic?

This ingredient is a blend of dried garlic and an anti-caking agent, typically silicon dioxide. The garlic is grown, harvested, dried, and ground into a powder. The anti-caking agent is added to prevent the garlic powder from clumping together.

Is To Make Free Flowing & Garlic vegan?

To Make Free Flowing & Garlic is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is To Make Free Flowing & Garlic a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is To Make Free Flowing & Garlic used for?

Manufacturers add this blend to dry food products to provide garlic flavor and aroma while ensuring the product remains free-flowing.

Is To Make Free Flowing & Garlic 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 this blend to dry food products to provide garlic flavor and aroma while ensuring the product remains free-flowing. It is commonly found in spice blends, seasoning mixes, and dry soup or sauce mixes.

Health notes

Silicon dioxide is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as an anti-caking agent. It passes through the body undigested and is not absorbed. JECFA has evaluated silicon dioxide and established an acceptable daily intake. Garlic itself is widely consumed and considered safe. No significant health concerns are associated with the typical use of this ingredient in food.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Garlic is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens, and silicon dioxide is a mineral.

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Last updated: October 5, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.