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550 : Sodium silicates

550 (i) Sodium silicate
550 (ii) Sodium metasilicate

Origin:
Produced by heating siliciumdioxide (quartz, sand) and sodiumcarbonate.

Function & Characteristics:
Used as anti-caking agent, to preserve eggs, and to improve mechanical peeling of peaches. Also as a carrier for aromas.

Products:
Canned peaches, preserved eggs, vanillapowder.

Acceptable daily intake (ADI):
None determined

Side effects:
None known

Dietary restrictions:
None. 550 can be used by all religious groups, vegetarians and vegans.