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Bakery Products
Used in suitable cakes, biscuits, cookies, muffins and other chemically leavened products.
Food Chemicals
Sodium Bicarbonate
A versatile food-grade ingredient used for chemical leavening, acidity regulation and pH control in suitable food formulations.
- CAS Number144-55-8
- DesignationINS 500(ii)
- Primary FunctionRaising Agent
Product Overview
Reliable performance in leavening and pH control
Sodium bicarbonate, also known as sodium hydrogen carbonate or baking soda, is a mildly alkaline ingredient used in many food-processing systems. In a bakery formulation, it reacts with suitable food acids in the presence of moisture and releases carbon dioxide.
The released gas expands within the dough or batter and contributes to volume, crumb structure and texture. Sodium bicarbonate can also serve as an acidity regulator or pH-control agent in other permitted food applications.
Sodium bicarbonate is not a complete baking powder and is not interchangeable with ammonium bicarbonate on a one-to-one basis. Formulation balance and processing trials remain essential.
Common Applications
A practical ingredient for different food systems
The correct grade and addition level depend on the required function, formulation and regulations in the destination market.
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Baking & Dry Mixes
Added to compatible baking powders, premixes and dry formulations as part of a balanced leavening system.
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Confectionery & Cocoa
Considered for permitted confectionery and cocoa-processing applications where controlled alkalinity is required.
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Selected Food & Beverage Processes
Used in compatible formulations for pH adjustment, acidity control or effervescence where regulations permit.
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Product Questions
Sodium Bicarbonate FAQs
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Ask About This ProductWhat is sodium bicarbonate?
Sodium bicarbonate, also called sodium hydrogen carbonate or baking soda, is a food ingredient identified as INS 500(ii). It can function as a raising agent and acidity regulator.
How does it work in bakery formulations?
It reacts with suitable food acids in the presence of moisture, releasing carbon dioxide that helps expand doughs and batters. The acid-to-bicarbonate balance affects the finished product.
Is sodium bicarbonate the same as baking powder?
No. Sodium bicarbonate is one alkaline ingredient, while baking powder is a prepared leavening system that normally combines bicarbonate with one or more food acids.
Which documents are available for review?
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