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Is Sodium Aluminium Silicate vegetarian?

Sodium Aluminium Silicate

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Sodium aluminium silicate is an inorganic compound derived from mineral sources, used as an anticaking agent in powdered and granulated food products. It prevents clumping by absorbing moisture.

Also known as Aluminium sodium silicate, Silicic acid, aluminum sodium salt, Sodium aluminosilicate, Zeolite (food grade)
INCI name Sodium Aluminium Silicate
E number E554
INS number 554
CAS number 1344-00-9
EC number 215-684-8
CosIng ID 38058
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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