E556

Calcium aluminosilicate, an aluminosilicate chemical compound, compound with calcium cations, most typically has formula CaAl₂Si₂O₈.
In minerals, as a feldspar, it can be found as anorthite, an end-member of the plagioclase series.

Uses

As a food additive, it is sometimes designated E556. It is known to the FDA as, at under 2% by weight, an anti-caking agent for table salt, and as an ingredient in vanilla powder.

References

Aluminosilicates
Calcium compounds
E-number additives

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