Silicon Dioxide Powder (Food Grade)

What Is Silicon Dioxide  Powder (Food Grade) ?
Food Grade Silicon Dioxide Powder (E551) is a high-purity, white, odorless, and tasteless powder primarily manufactured through synthetic processes such as precipitation or fumed methods. Its core active ingredient is amorphous silicon dioxide (SiO₂), which boasts a purity of 99.8% or higher. 

It is chemically inert, insoluble in water, and functions as an effective anti-caking agent, flow aid, and carrier in food and nutraceuticals. It is widely used in spices, salt, milk powder, protein supplements, and beverages.

Product Applications

Anti-caking Agent: Prevents powdered foods (e.g., spices, salt, milk powder) from clumping by absorbing excess moisture and creating a physical barrier between particles, ensuring free flow and longer shelf life.

Thickening & Texturizing Agent: Its high surface area allows it to absorb liquids effectively, enhancing the viscosity, mouthfeel, and consistency of sauces, dressings, and pastes without altering flavor.

Stabilizer & Carrier: Stabilizes emulsions to prevent phase separation (oil/water splitting) and acts as a carrier to evenly distribute and protect sensitive flavors, colors, and active ingredients.

Storage Requirements

To maintain optimal quality and free-flowing properties, store Food Grade Silicon Dioxide Powder in its original sealed packaging in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight, moisture, and rain. Prolonged humidity exposure may cause particle agglomeration. Keep away from toxic substances, strong alkalis, and hydrofluoric acid to prevent contamination or adverse chemical reactions.

These statements are not evaluated by the U.S. FDA. This raw material cannot diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All descriptions are natural extract traits, not medical claims for finished products.