Known as NH4HCO3
Ammonium bicarbonate
Ammonium bicarbonate is a white crystalline powder with a weak ammonia odor. It is soluble in water and forms a relatively alkaline solution. Ammonium bicarbonate is insoluble in alcohols and acetone. It is used in various industries as an additive to enhance the quality of the finished product.
Appearance: White powder
Learn about the uses of ammonium bicarbonate!
Ammonium bicarbonate is most commonly used in low-moisture products such as biscuits and cookies. Edible dry food grade ammonia is decomposed into carbon dioxide, ammonium, and steam in a bakery under heat, and therefore acts as an aeration agent and is mainly used in the biscuit industry. It is mostly used as a foaming agent in baked goods such as bread, cookies and cakes.
