Food Grade Ammonium Bicarbonate (CAS 1066-33-7) is a premium white crystalline compound, available in granular, plate, or columnar forms. Renowned for its high purity of 99.2% minimum, it serves as a critical leavening agent in the food industry. When heated, it decomposes completely into carbon dioxide, water, and ammonia, providing an exceptional rise and a light, airy texture to baked goods without leaving residual tastes or unwanted residues.

Engineered for professional food technologists and large-scale bakeries, our Ammonium Bicarbonate offers precise pH buffering and moisture retention capabilities. It is specifically optimized for the production of cookies, crackers, and biscuits, ensuring uniform browning and a crisp finish. By adhering to strict global safety standards, this additive combines functional efficiency with industrial reliability, making it an essential component for high-quality confectionery and industrial food processing.

Detailed Parameters

CAS Number	1066-33-7	Main Content	99.2% Min
Non-volatile Substances	0.007% Max	Sulphate	0.007% Max
Chloride	0.003% Max	Ash	0.008% Max
Iron (Fe)	0.002% Max	Arsenic (As)	0.0002% Max
Lead (Pb)	0.0005% Max	Appearance	White Crystalline

Key Advantages

Ultra-High Purity

With a minimum purity of 99.2%, it ensures consistency across batches and meets rigorous food safety regulations.

Zero Residue

Decomposes fully upon heating, leaving no residual ammonia taste or chemical aftertaste in the final product.

Superior Leavening

Rapidly releases CO2 to create a light, crisp texture ideal for cookies, crackers, and industrial biscuits.

pH Stability

Excellent buffering capacity helps maintain product stability and extends the shelf life of baked goods.

Visual Appeal

Promotes uniform browning and consistent spread, enhancing the aesthetic quality of commercial confectionery.

Eco-Friendly

An environmentally sustainable alternative to synthetic leaveners, using a natural chemical decomposition process.

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Management Platforms

Quality Control

Strict monitoring of non-volatile substances and heavy metals to ensure food-grade compliance.

Storage Logic

Stored in cool, dry, ventilated warehouses away from acids and alkalis like NaOH.

Logistics Safety

Protected from sun, rain, and high temperatures during transit to prevent degradation.

Loading Protocol

Strict prohibition of mixed loading with oxidants or edible chemicals to ensure purity.

Package Integrity

Securely sealed containers designed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Emergency Response

Standardized fire safety protocols utilizing CO2, foam, or dry powder agents.

Investment Return Comparison

Performance Metric	Ammonium Bicarbonate	Standard Baking Soda
Texture Result	Crisp & Light	Softer/Cake-like
Residual Taste	None (Fully Evaporates)	Possible Salty Aftertaste
Leavening Speed	Rapid Heat Activation	Immediate Chemical Reaction
Industrial Fit	Crackers & Biscuits	Cakes & Muffins
Shelf Stability	High Buffering Capacity	Standard Stability

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is Ammonium Bicarbonate safe for human consumption in food?

Yes, food-grade Ammonium Bicarbonate is safe for consumption when used according to recommended guidelines. It decomposes completely during the baking process, leaving no harmful residues.

Q: Why is it preferred over other leavening agents for biscuits?

It is preferred because it releases carbon dioxide rapidly upon heating, which creates the specific light and crisp texture required for commercial crackers and biscuits.

Q: How should Ammonium Bicarbonate be stored to maintain quality?

It must be kept in sealed containers in a cool, dry, and ventilated warehouse. It should never be stored with acids or alkalis like sodium hydroxide or calcium hydroxide.

Q: Does it affect the flavor of the baked product?

When baked at appropriate temperatures, it decomposes entirely into ammonia, water, and CO2. The ammonia evaporates completely, leaving no residual taste.

Q: What are the typical industrial applications of this additive?

Beyond commercial baking, it is used as a pH buffer, a stabilizer in various food processing applications, and even in specialized agricultural greenhouse settings.

Q: What is the significance of the 99.2% purity level?

A purity of 99.2% ensures that there are minimal impurities (like lead or arsenic), guaranteeing consistent chemical performance and adherence to global food safety standards.