Sodium sulphates
What is Sodium sulphates?
Sodium sulphates are a group of inorganic salts containing the sulphate anion (SO42−) and sodium cations (Na+). They occur naturally in minerals and are also produced industrially. Different forms exist, such as sodium sulphate (Na2SO4) and sodium bisulphate (NaHSO4).
Is Sodium sulphates vegan?
Sodium sulphates is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Sodium sulphates a major allergen?
Sulphur dioxide and sulphites are among the 14 allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels when present at concentrations above 10 mg/kg or 10 mg/litre.
What is Sodium sulphates used for?
Sodium sulphates can function as acidity regulators, helping to control the pH of foods.
Is Sodium sulphates safe?
Sodium sulphate is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations.
Why it's used
Sodium sulphates can function as acidity regulators, helping to control the pH of foods. They are sometimes used as processing aids, for example, in the production of certain baked goods or as a bulking agent. They can be found in a variety of processed foods.
Health notes
Sodium sulphate is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has evaluated sodium sulphate. JECFA has also evaluated it and set an acceptable daily intake. At typical dietary intakes, sodium sulphates are not associated with adverse health effects. High intakes of sulphites, which can be formed from sulphates, may cause sensitivity reactions in some individuals.
Regulatory status
Authorised in Great Britain (FSA register): England, Scotland, Wales. FSA register of authorised products
Allergen info
Sulphur dioxide and sulphites are among the 14 allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels when present at concentrations above 10 mg/kg or 10 mg/litre. Sodium sulphates themselves are not one of the major allergens.
Foods that contain Sodium sulphates
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