Unbleached And Unbromated Flour
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What it is
Unbleached and unbromated flour is a powder made by grinding cereal grains, most commonly wheat. "Unbleached" means it has not been treated with chemical bleaching agents to whiten it, while "unbromated" means it has not been treated with potassium bromate.
Why it's used
Flour is a fundamental ingredient in many baked goods, providing structure, texture, and bulk. It is widely used in breads, cakes, cookies, pastries, and as a thickener in sauces and gravies.
Health notes
Flour is a common food ingredient and not regulated as a food additive by the FDA. The 'unbromated' label means the flour has not been treated with potassium bromate. Potassium bromate is permitted by the FDA as a flour treatment agent, though it is not generally recognized as safe (GRAS); California will ban potassium bromate in food products starting in January 2027. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated potassium bromate and concluded that its use as a flour treatment agent is not appropriate. The 'unbleached' label means the flour has not been treated with chemical bleaching agents. As a primary ingredient in many foods, flour provides carbohydrates for energy.
Allergen info
This ingredient is typically derived from wheat, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA. It also contains gluten.