SYNONYMS INS No. 516
DEFINITION
Chemical names Calcium sulfate
C.A.S. number 7778-18-9
Chemical formula Anhydrous: CaSO4
Dihydrate: CaSO4 · 2H2
O
Formula weight Anhydrous: 136.14
Dihydrate: 172.18
Assay Not less than 99.0% after drying
DESCRIPTION Fine, white to slightly yellow-white, odourless powder
FUNCTIONAL USES Yeast food, dough conditioner, firming agent, sequestrant
