Ammonium Bicarbonate
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About this food additive - Ammonium Bicarbonate
Description
- Ammonium bicarbonate is an inorganic compound commonly used in the food industry as a leavening agent, particularly in baked goods such as biscuits and crackers. It decomposes upon heating to release carbon dioxide, ammonia, and water vapour, which contribute to the expansion and light texture of the product.
- Historically, it was one of the first chemical leavening agents used before the development of modern baking powders. Its effectiveness depends on low-moisture recipes, as the ammonia released must evaporate completely to avoid residual odours.
- It is highly soluble in water and unstable when exposed to heat, breaking down rapidly without leaving solid residues. This makes it especially suitable for thin, dry baked products.
- Ammonium bicarbonate is generally recognised as safe when used appropriately and is widely applied in traditional and industrial baking processes.
Characteristics
- EU Identification: Additive E-503(ii)..
- Food additive type: Leavening agent.
- Main properties: Releases carbon dioxide and ammonia when heated
- Stability: Unstable at high temperatures, decomposes completely during baking
- Solubility Level: Highly soluble in water
- Combinations: Often used alone or with other leavening agents, suitable for low-moisture baked products.
Important Information
IMPORTANT: Legislation on food addtives is often modified. The application information given is indicative but the customer must know or consult the legislation to know if he can apply it in his product or not, and to see the limitations of use.
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Ammonium Bicarbonate applications
Fire extinguishing agent
It can be used in some dry chemical fire extinguishers to help put out flames
Leavening agent in baking
It is used in baked goods like cookies and crackers to help them rise and become light and crispy
PH regulator
It is used in various industrial processes to control and adjust pH levels.
Fertilizer
Ammonium bicarbonate provides nitrogen to plants, promoting healthy growth
Chemical manufacturing
Ammonium bicarbonate is used as a raw material in the production of other chemicals, including ammonium salts.
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We import and distribute Ammonium Bicarbonate for your business
Do you need to wholesale Ammonium Bicarbonate for the production of your products? You can count on MoleFrank. Contact us and we will inform you in detail of the formats we have and prices.
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