Sodium Bicarbonate E500(ii), Food Grade, CAS 144-55-8

Sodium bicarbonate (E500ii) supplier in Europe

biolla chemicals supplies sodium bicarbonate (sodium hydrogen carbonate, baking soda, E500(ii), CAS 144-55-8) in food quality to bakeries, food and beverage producers, feed manufacturers and technical users across Europe. The product is a white, free-flowing crystalline powder, packed in 25 kg bags.

Also known as: baking soda, sodium hydrogen carbonate, NaHCO3, Natron or Natriumhydrogencarbonat (German), bicarbonate de sodium or hydrogénocarbonate de sodium (French).

Applications

• Bakery: leavening agent in baking powder, biscuits, cakes and crackers.
• Food and beverages: acidity regulator, effervescent powders and tablets, instant drinks.
• Animal feed: buffer in feed for dairy cows and poultry.
• Pharma and personal care: antacids, effervescent tablets, oral care and bath products.
• Technical uses: flue gas cleaning, fire extinguishing powders, cleaning agents, blowing agent for plastics and rubber.

Product data

How sodium bicarbonate works

• Leavening: when heated or combined with an acid, sodium bicarbonate releases carbon dioxide, which makes doughs and batters rise.
• pH regulation: as a mild alkaline salt, it neutralises acids and buffers the pH of foods and beverages. A 1% solution has a pH of about 8.3.
• Effervescence: together with citric acid it produces the fizz in effervescent tablets, drink powders and sherbets.
• Solubility: about 96 g dissolve in one litre of water at 20 °C.

Applications in detail

• Bakery: baking powder blends with acid carriers, biscuits, crackers, gingerbread and cakes.
• Beverages and effervescent products: effervescent tablets, instant drinks and sherbet powders, usually combined with citric acid.
• Confectionery: aerated sweets such as honeycomb.
• Food processing: pH adjustment in sauces, vegetables and ready meals.
• Animal feed: feed additive in compound feed.

Particle size and grades

Sodium bicarbonate is available in different particle sizes, from fine powders for baking powder and effervescent tablets to coarser grades. Our standard is food grade E500(ii). Please tell us your application and required particle size, and we will send you the matching specification.

Packaging, storage and delivery

• Packaging: 25 kg bags.
• Storage: dry, cool and well-ventilated, separate from acids. Moisture leads to caking.
• Shelf life: according to the specification; use the first-in, first-out principle.
• Delivery: from Hamburg to customers across Europe.

Regulatory information

Sodium bicarbonate is approved in the EU as food additive E500(ii). It meets the purity criteria of Regulation (EU) No 231/2012 and may be used in many food categories according to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between sodium bicarbonate and sodium carbonate?

Sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3, E500(ii)) is a mild alkaline salt used for baking and pH regulation. Sodium carbonate (Na2CO3, soda ash, E500(i)) is much more alkaline and is used for different applications.

How should sodium bicarbonate be stored?

Store it in closed bags in a dry, cool place, away from acids. Moisture causes lumps and reduces flowability.

Is sodium bicarbonate the same as baking soda?

Yes. Sodium bicarbonate, sodium hydrogen carbonate and baking soda are names for the same substance, NaHCO3 (E500ii).

Which grades do you supply?

Our standard is food grade sodium bicarbonate. If you need a different grade or particle size, please contact us.

Do you deliver outside Germany?

Yes, we deliver to customers across Europe.

Request a quote for sodium bicarbonate

Send us the quantity and delivery address: contact form, info@biolla.de or +49 40 67 555 155.

Related products: Citric Acid Anhydrous, Maltodextrin.