Fumed Silica
Ultra-fine silicon dioxide produced by flame hydrolysis, with extremely low density and high surface area
Excipients
Anti Caking Agents
Research: Moderate
Scientific Name
Fumed Silicon Dioxide
Classifications
Particle-size:
nanoscale
Source:
synthetic
Type:
pyrolytic
Benefits
- Prevents clumping in powdered supplements
- Improves flow properties and tablet compression
- Acts as a carrier for liquid ingredients
- Enhances stability of supplement formulations
- Minimal impact on final product as used in small amounts
Specific Properties
- Produced through flame pyrolysis
- Extremely high surface area (up to 600 m²/g)
- Very low bulk density
- Forms three-dimensional chain-like aggregates
Safety Notes
Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used in appropriate amounts. Limited absorption in the digestive tract. No known significant health concerns at supplement levels. Upper limit not established, but typically used at less than 2% in formulations.
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About Silicon Dioxide
A naturally occurring compound of silicon and oxygen that serves as an anti-caking agent, flow aid, and carrier in dietary supplements and food products
Back to Silicon DioxideForms of Fumed Silica
Hydrophilic Fumed Silica
Untreated fumed silica with affinity for water, used as a thickening and anti-settling agent
Excipients
Anti caking agents
Research: Moderate
Hydrophobic Fumed Silica
Surface-treated fumed silica with water-repellent properties
Excipients
Anti caking agents
Research: Moderate