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Ammonium Carbonate

What is Ammonium Carbonate?

Ammonium carbonate also known as baker's ammonia, is a chemical salt used as a leavening agent in food products. [1]



History

About 7000 tons/year were produced as of 1997. [1]

Other Ingredient Information

Products containing Ammonium Carbonate


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Source(s) Derived From

 Other Natural Sources, Chemical (Synthetic) Sources

Ammonium carbonate is produced by contacting carbon dioxide and ammonia. [1]

Natural or Artificial?

 Artificial

References
  1. Ammonium carbonate - Wikipedia

Aliases (Also Known As)

None found

Revision History

Action User Date/Time
Ingredient addedUPC Food SearchFebruary 16, 2013 @ 12:00 AM

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