Processing Aids

6 ingredients in this category. Each entry is a short, plain-language summary drawn from public sources.

Azodicarbonamide

Azodicarbonamide (ADA) is a dough conditioner that whitens flour and strengthens dough structure.

Dimethylpolysiloxane

Dimethylpolysiloxane (PDMS, silicone) is an antifoaming agent used in oil frying and food processing.

Isinglass

Isinglass is a form of collagen obtained from fish swim bladders, traditionally used to clarify beverages.

Nitrogen

Nitrogen is an inert gas comprising 78% of Earth's atmosphere, used in food packaging and processing.

Nitrous Oxide

Nitrous oxide (N2O) is a gas used as a propellant in whipped cream dispensers and as a packaging gas.

Polyvinylpyrrolidone

Polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) is a synthetic polymer used as a clarifying and stabilizing agent.