Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate, CAS number 7778-18-9, E number E516, is a Calcium salt of Sulphate used as texture and flavour enhancer, as safe food additive in many food products. Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate manufactured through chemical synthesis, available as white powder.

General Side Effects

Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate is known to irritate the skin, eyes and respiratory system.

Suggested Dosage

As Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate is widely known as safe, there is no limit on dosage of intake. However, we still recommend consumers to consult professionals before using large quantity of Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate for long period.
* ADI: Acceptable Daily Intake
* MTDI: maximum tolerable daily intake
* Data source: JECFA Database of WHO

Special Groups Precaution

Special groups refer to newborns, children, pregnant and any other applicable vulnerable groups.
There is no evidence that Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate could have any negative effects on these vulnerable groups. It should be safe to use Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate in food for newborns and pregnant. However, we still recommend consumers to consult professionals before using large quantity of Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate for long period in food for newborns or pregnant.

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