Ingredient

Vitamins And Minerals: Calcium Sulfate

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Calcium sulfate is added to foods as a firming agent, a nutrient supplement, and …

What is Vitamins And Minerals: Calcium Sulfate?

Calcium sulfate is a mineral compound that occurs naturally in rocks and minerals. It is also produced industrially for use in food. It is made by reacting calcium carbonate with sulfuric acid or by mining gypsum, a mineral form of calcium sulfate.

Is Vitamins And Minerals: Calcium Sulfate vegan?

Vitamins And Minerals: Calcium Sulfate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Vitamins And Minerals: Calcium Sulfate gluten-free?

Calcium sulfate is not a major allergen and does not contain gluten.

What is Vitamins And Minerals: Calcium Sulfate used for?

Calcium sulfate is added to foods as a firming agent, a nutrient supplement, and a dough conditioner.

Is Vitamins And Minerals: Calcium Sulfate safe?

In the U.S., calcium sulfate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.

Why it's used

Calcium sulfate is added to foods as a firming agent, a nutrient supplement, and a dough conditioner. It is often found in baked goods, tofu, canned vegetables, and some dairy products.

Health notes

In the U.S., calcium sulfate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of calcium, an essential nutrient. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated calcium sulfate and established an acceptable daily intake.

Allergen info

Calcium sulfate is not a major allergen and does not contain gluten.

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Last updated: September 28, 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.