Bulk Ammonium Sulfate FCC for Bakery, Wine, and Beer Production
Ammonium Sulfate FCC is manufactured and packaged by GAC Chemical Corporation in a bulk 50-pound (22.6 kilogram) bag. It is recognized in the European Union as number E517. This inorganic salt is a highly soluble, white crystalline ingredient used primarily in commercial bakery and fermentation applications.
In bakery formulations, ammonium sulfate is commonly used as a dough conditioner and dough strengthener. It also provides a source of nitrogen for yeast-risen doughs and can function as a flour treating agent, leavening agent, and processing aid in food production.
Ammonium Sulfate FCC also has applications in beverage fermentation. It is used in sparkling wine production and low-carb beer production, making it relevant to commercial wine, beer, and fermentation processes in addition to bakery manufacturing.
Common Applications
Ammonium Sulfate FCC is commonly used for:
- Yeast-risen breads and doughs
- Dough conditioning and strengthening
- Flour treatment
- Bakery leavening systems
- Fermentation processes
- Sparkling wine production
- Low-carb beer production
- Flavor enhancing
- Sausage casing manufacturing
- Food-processing applications requiring an FCC-grade processing aid
Product Specifications
- Manufacturer: GAC Chemical Corporation
- Package size: 50 lb bag
- Grade: Food Chemicals Codex (FCC)
- Chemical formula: (NH₄)₂SO₄
- CAS number: 7783-20-2
- Assay: 99% to 100%
- Appearance: White crystalline solid
- Density: 62 to 70 lb/cu ft
- Solubility: 6.418 lb/gal at 24°C
- Water insoluble: Less than 0.3%
- Residue after ignition: Less than 0.25%
- Moisture: Less than 0.15%
- Arsenic: Less than 0.5 ppm
- Iron: Less than 15 ppm
- Selenium: Less than 5 ppm
- Lead: Less than 3 ppm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ammonium Sulfate FCC used for?
Ammonium Sulfate FCC is primarily used in bakery and fermentation applications. It can function as a dough conditioner, dough strengthener, flour treating agent, leavening agent, fermentation aid, and processing aid. It is also used in sparkling wine, low-carb beer, and sausage casing production.
How does ammonium sulfate function in yeast-risen dough?
Ammonium sulfate provides a source of nitrogen for yeast-risen doughs and is used to condition and strengthen dough during commercial bakery production.
Is this the same type of ammonium sulfate used as fertilizer?
No. Ammonium sulfate is produced in multiple grades for different applications. This product is FCC grade and is intended for food-related applications. GAC separately produces other ammonium sulfate grades for technical, water-treatment, reagent, pharmaceutical, and other uses.
Is Ammonium Sulfate FCC considered GRAS for food use?
Yes. Ammonium sulfate is affirmed as generally recognized as safe for specified food uses under 21 CFR 184.1143. The regulation identifies uses including dough strengthening, firming, and processing aid functions under current good manufacturing practice.
Can Ammonium Sulfate FCC be used in meat processing?
Food-grade ammonium sulfate is used in the manufacture of sausage casings, providing an additional application within commercial meat processing.
What does E517 mean?
E517 is the European food additive designation for ammonium sulfate. European specifications identify E517 as ammonium sulfate with the chemical formula (NH₄)₂SO₄.
