E 554 Sodium aluminium silicate

What is E 554?

E 554 is the E number of Sodium aluminium silicate. Aluminium-containing anti-caking agent with very restricted use.

What is E 554 used for?

E 554 belongs to the group "Other additives" and is used as anti-caking agent.

• Anti-caking agent: Anti-caking agents stop particles of a food from sticking together or forming lumps.

Which foods may contain E 554?

According to the European Commission's database, E 554 may be used in 1 food categories and subcategories, each only in specific products and usually with maximum levels. The categories come from these areas:

• Salts, spices, soups, sauces, salads and protein products

Is E 554 vegan?

Usually yes: the substance is normally made from plant, mineral or synthetic raw materials or with microorganisms. In individual cases, only the manufacturer or a vegan label can give certainty.

Is E 554 linked to genetic engineering?

No typical link to genetic engineering is known for this substance: it is not usually obtained from plants for which GM varieties exist, nor produced by fermentation.

How does E 554 appear on the label?

In the list of ingredients, the substance appears with its function, followed by the E number or the name, for example "Anti-caking agent: E 554" or "Anti-caking agent: Sodium aluminium silicate".