Alumino-potassic silicate
Learn what Alumino-potassic silicate (E555) is, why it's added to food, whether it's safe, and which products contain it.
Low concernWhat is Alumino-potassic silicate?
A food additive used as an anti-caking agent. It is a natural mineral added to salt and its substitutes, powdered sugar, dextrose, powdered whey, and whey-based products, as well as sliced soft, hard, or processed cheese. It is added to spices and to fats used for greasing trays and pans. It is also used in all dairy-based products, meat, eggs, fish, cereals, sugar, vegetables, fruits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, dietary products, supplements, in tablet or powder form, or for surface treatment, according to the technologies and quantities specified by recipes.
Why is Alumino-potassic silicate added to food?
Alumino-potassic silicate (E555) is a anti-caking agent commonly found in: Processed cheese, spices, oil, butter, margarine.
Permitted quantity: No daily intake limit is specified.
Is Alumino-potassic silicate safe?
Low concern
No secondary effects have been reported at the quantities used in food products.
Is Alumino-potassic silicate banned anywhere?
✓ Not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
Is Alumino-potassic silicate okay for kids?
Not allowed in foods intended for infants and young children.
Common foods that contain Alumino-potassic silicate
- Processed cheese
- spices
- oil
- butter
- margarine
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How to spot Alumino-potassic silicate on labels
Look for any of these names in the ingredients list:
- E555
- Alumino-potassic silicate
Common misspellings to watch for:
- alumino-potassic silieate
- alumino-potassic sllicate
- alumino-potassic silicdte
- alumino-potassic silicate
- alumino-potas$ic silicate
- alumino-dotassic silicate
- alumino-potasslc silicate
- alumino-pota$sic silicate
- alumino-potassic sillcate
- alumino-potassie silicate
- dlumino-potassic silicate
- alumino-potassic $ilicate
- alumlno-potassic silicate
- alumino-potdssic silicate
Better alternatives
• People with kidney conditions should avoid products containing alumino-potassic silicate, as it may affect the electrolyte balance and kidney function. • Not recommended for individuals with nervous system disorders, as aluminum can affect cognitive function. • Avoid use in case of hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood), as alumino-potassic silicate may contribute to electrolyte imbalances. • Not recommended in combination with other supplements or medications that may affect potassium metabolism.
Also known as
- alumino-potassic silieate
- alumino-potassic sllicate
- alumino-potassic silicdte
- alumino-potassic silicate
- alumino-potas$ic silicate
- alumino-dotassic silicate
- alumino-potasslc silicate
- alumino-pota$sic silicate
- alumino-potassic sillcate
- alumino-potassie silicate
- dlumino-potassic silicate
- alumino-potassic $ilicate
- alumlno-potassic silicate
- alumino-potdssic silicate
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Frequently asked questions about Alumino-potassic silicate
- Is Alumino-potassic silicate safe to eat?
- No secondary effects have been reported at the quantities used in food products.
- Is Alumino-potassic silicate banned anywhere?
- Alumino-potassic silicate is not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
- Is Alumino-potassic silicate safe for children?
- Not allowed in foods intended for infants and young children.
- How do I spot Alumino-potassic silicate on a food label?
- Look for E555, Alumino-potassic silicate in the ingredients list. It may also appear as: alumino-potassic silieate, alumino-potassic sllicate, alumino-potassic silicdte.
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