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Ammonium Hydrogen Carbonate
Ammonium hydrogen carbonate is a leavening agent used in baking to release carbon dioxide and cause dough to rise.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated Jul 24, 2025
Health score+2.0
-5Good5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
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- Not specified
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Risks
Irritation to respiratory tract and mucous membranes from inhalation of dust, potential allergen cross-contact with sesame traces
Benefits
Effective leavening agent that promotes dough rising
Waters containing Ammonium Hydrogen Carbonate
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