What is calcium acetate?
calcium or calcium salt of acetic acid is a compound composed of calcium, carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. In appearance is a vapor white granulated powder that does not have a scent. Calcium accetate is used in the food and pharmaceutical industries in medicines and as an ingredient of food that acts as a stabilizer. The compound is not considered dangerous, but in some people it can cause irritation. According to US food and drug administration (FDA), this substance is considered generally safe at several levels. It is considered safe as a substance. Most FDA regulations concern the use of calcium acetate in food. As a food coating, an additive and a direct substance with food is considered safe.
The most prolific use of this compound in the food industry is a stabilizer. Stabilizers perform several functions in produced foods, mostly in powder foods, but also in liquid and solid foods. Are able to organize aromateKé compounds and give the product a uniform texture. With foods used by the emulsifier to bind ingredients, calcium acetate further binds the ingredients to ensure that nothing is separated.
Many dairy products such as drinks, condensed milk, milk powder and cream will use calcium acetate. Cereal and dough, along with edible sausage covers and many types of pasta needs this substance for proper production and storage. It also extends the shelf life for all the foods in which it is used.
As a drug, this substance is used to ensure blood phosphates that do not become dangerously high in dialysis patients with kidney disease. This medicine is often used daily and used orally through a pill or tablet. The most common side effect is the stomach. And vomiting. The chances of side effects, especially serious, increase if patients take more calcium acetate thanHe is directed by a healthcare professional.
Material safety data (MSD) shows that this substance is generally safe. This does not cause any serious health risks if inhaled, consumed or comes into contact with the eyes or skin, nor has any expected effects of chronic exposure. Its color of the MSDS repository is green, which means it can be in general without worrying. It is slightly flammable and has a slight assessment of contact, so some sensitive people may feel some irritation when they come into contact with it.