Sodium Aluminium Sulfate (SAS)
EATLABEL VERDICT
High Risk
Regulatory scrutiny or health hazard identified
-18 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Second-stage high-heat leavening acid found in retail double-acting baking powders; scrutinized for chronic aluminium intake.
Official Category: Bleaching Agent & Processing Aid (표백제·가공보조제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Restricted
Slow-acting leavening acid subject to aluminium limits
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United States (FDA)
Approved
Standard acid in retail double-acting baking powders
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European Union (EFSA)
Prohibited
Phased out in Europe due to aluminium exposure concerns
Commonly Found Foods
Double-acting baking powderspancake mixescommercial muffins
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Aluminium-free baking powder (using MCP & SAPP)
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