Ingredient

Wheat Flour And Salt

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Wheat flour is a common ingredient in baked goods, acting as a base, thickener, …

What it is

Wheat flour is a powder made by grinding wheat grains. Salt is a mineral compound, primarily sodium chloride, typically harvested from salt mines or by evaporating seawater.

Why it's used

Wheat flour is a common ingredient in baked goods, acting as a base, thickener, and binder. Salt is widely used as a flavor enhancer and a preservative in many food products.

Health notes

Both wheat flour and salt are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Excessive intake of sodium from salt can contribute to high blood pressure; the FDA's Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg. JECFA has evaluated salt. Wheat flour, especially if refined, provides carbohydrates.

Allergen info

Contains wheat, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA. It also contains 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.