Calcium Silicate
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
High-porosity mineral silicate absorbing 250% of its weight in liquids, ensuring free flow of humid table salt.
Official Category: Bleaching Agent & Processing Aid (표백제·가공보조제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved anticaking agent up to 2%
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS table salt free-flowing agent
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized under E552
Commonly Found Foods
Table salt shakersdry baking powder mixesspice rubs
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Rice starch✓ Roasted rice grain
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