Why It Matters
Baked goods need controlled CO2 release and dough pH for lift, crumb and color; need chemical leavening bases with different gassing and pH behavior
Solution Approach
Baked goods need controlled CO2 release and dough pH for lift, crumb and color; need chemical leavening bases with different gassing and pH behavior RawSource supplies the base chemicals that go into these programs. We can help with product selection, grade matching, and sourcing from multiple origins for supply security.
Typical Formulation Workflow
1
Process & Compliance Review
Map the application and contact points, and confirm food-grade and regulatory status (FCC/USP, Kosher/Halal, allergen) for every input.
2
Ingredient & Grade Selection
Select the right grade of acidulant, preservative, emulsifier, stabilizer, or processing aid for the formulation, label, and sensory targets.
3
Bench Trial & Dosing
Validate use level and performance in a bench or pilot batch, and specify packaging and lot traceability suited to food-safety requirements.
4
Quality & Shelf-Life Validation
Verify finished-product quality, microbial stability, and shelf life, and lock the spec with a CoA and document control for audits.
Recommended Chemistries (5)
Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda)
CAS 144-55-8
Acids & Salts
pH Adjustment
Reacts with dough acids to release CO2 for lift and tunes crumb pH and color
Melting Point: Decomposes at 109 °C Density: 2.159 Solubility: 1 in 10 % at 25 °C
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Ammonium Carbonate (Baker's Ammonia)
CAS 10361-29-2
Acids & Salts
pH Adjustment
Baker's ammonia gasses off completely on baking for crisp, low-moisture cookies and crackers
Melting Point: 58 °C (decomposes) Density: 1.5 at 20 °C Solubility: Soluble in water
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Ammonium Carbonate (Lump)
CAS 506-87-6
Acids & Salts
pH Adjustment
Lump baker's ammonia provides the same volatile leavening for thin, dry baked goods
Melting Point: 58 °C (decomposes) Density: 1.5 at 20 °C Solubility: Soluble in water
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Potassium Carbonate
CAS 584-08-7
Specialty Additives
pH Adjustment
Raises dough pH for darker color and is the traditional cocoa 'dutching' base
Melting Point: 899 °C Boiling Point: Decomposes Density: 2.29 g/cu cm
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Sodium Carbonate (Soda Ash)
CAS 497-19-8
Acids & Salts
Thickening / Rheology
Soda ash for alkaline-noodle texture and dough pH raising
Melting Point: 856 °C Boiling Point: Decomposes on heating by CO2 loss Density: 2.54 g/cu cm
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