Silicon Di Oxide – Anticaking / Free Flowing Agent (For Food Application)

ANTI CAKING AGENT ( SILICON DIOXIDE )(EROSIL-NV/200 XL 5M)(For Food Application)

We are leading manufacturers, exporters and suppliers of Silicon Dioxide which is used as a anti-caking agent / free flowing agent in the food industry. This chemical is processed at our wide processing unit, which is equipped with latest machinery and tools. In addition to this, our chemical is suitable to be used in processing drinking chocolate, table salt, spices, herbs or premixes. This product is ideal to be used in making vending machine powders, grated cheese, icing sugar and cake mixes.

Salient Features

• Pure
• Exact formula
• Longer shelf life
• Anti caking agent
• Free Flowing agent.

Anti-Caking Agent / Free Flowing Agent – ( FUMED SILICON DIOXIDE )
Processed foods are a combination of various ingredients that are mixed as powders. Anti-caking agent / free flowing agent is added to allow them to flow and mix evenly during the food production process.

Powders can form clumps because the particles become sticky when they absorb water. Lumpy powders do not flow evenly. Some powders, such as grated cheese for pizza toppings, can stick together and this again prevents them from being spread evenly. Anti-caking / free flowing agent ( Silicon Dioxide ) modifies the contact between the powder’s particles and are added to prevent these problems.

Without Anti-caking agent / Free flowing agent ( Silicon Di oxide ), vending machine powders such as coffee or chocolate would not flow regularly. They could block the various tubes in the vending machine and the taste of the drinks would not be consistent enough. Powdered milk can clump together during processing, packing and storage. Sugar absorbs water and incorporating a free-flow aid before grinding prevents it sticking to the processing equipment.

Silicon Dioxide (Erosil – NV/200 XL 5M) is a specific type of Fumed Silica, can be used as an anticaking and free-flowing agent in a variety of food applications.

Here are some common uses and applications for fumed silica in the food industry:

Baking and Cooking Ingredients: Fumed silica is used in powdered ingredients such as flour, baking powder, and cornstarch to prevent clumping and ensure they pour or mix smoothly. It is particularly important in baking to maintain consistent texture and rise in baked goods.

Spices and Seasonings: Spices and seasonings are prone to caking due to moisture absorption. Fumed silica can be added to spice blends to keep them free-flowing and easy to sprinkle or measure.

Dairy Products: Fumed silica is used in dairy powders like powdered milk, creamers, and instant hot cocoa to maintain their free-flowing properties and prevent clumping.

Sugar and Salt: It is common to add fumed silica to sugar and salt products, including table salt and icing sugar, to ensure they remain pourable and do not stick together.

Dry Mixes: Fumed silica can be included in various dry food mixes, such as cake mixes, pancake mixes, and drink powders. It helps maintain consistency and prevents caking during storage.

Flavourings and Food Additives: In the food industry, fumed silica is sometimes used in powdered flavourings, food colourings, and other additives to enhance their flowability and prevent agglomeration.

Instant Soups and Sauces: In powdered soup and sauce mixes, fumed silica prevents clumping and ensures that the product can be easily reconstituted with hot water.

Nutritional Supplements: Fumed silica may be used in the production of powdered or granulated nutritional supplements to maintain a consistent texture and prevent caking over time.

Dried Herbs and Tea Blends: Herbs and tea blends are often packaged as dried products. Fumed silica helps keep them loose and easily scoopable for consumers.

Food Packaging: Fumed silica can be applied to the inner packaging of foods to prevent moisture ingress, which can lead to caking. This is especially important for items like snack foods and dehydrated products.

It’s important to note that the use of fumed silica in food applications must comply with food safety regulations and standards. Manufacturers must ensure that the fumed silica they use is of food-grade quality and that it is used in appropriate quantities to achieve the desired anti-caking and free-flowing effects without affecting the taste, texture, or safety of the food product.