Azodicarbonamide FCC Grade (98%) Synonyms: ADA, 1,1-Azobisformamide; Azodicarbonamide, Azodiformamide Product Code: ADAFCC

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Introduction
Azodicarbonamide (ADA) is an oxidizing agent used as a substitute for potassium bromate to help improve the quality of wheat flour.

Benefits
Azodicarbonamide (ADA) functions as a dual oxidant in the maturation of wheat flour. It not only bleaches flour by oxidizing carotene in fresh flour, but also improves flour strength by oxidizing cysteine. The increased strength improves the gas retention of dough and elasticity of bakery products.

Advantages
Azodicarbonamide (ADA) rapid oxidation reaction enables shorter storage periods for flour and faster fermentation of dough.

Potassium bromate, which ADA replaces, has shown the potential as a carcinogen. Because many counties have forbidden the use of bromates, Azodicarbonamide (ADA) can be used as an effective alternative.

Quality Assurance
Full certificate of analyses is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing the highest and most consistent quality standards.

Regulatory
CAS Registry Number: 123-77-3

Applications
As a wheat flour improver, Azodicarbonamide (ADA) is added at a maximum dosage of 4.5g per 100 kg wheat flour (2 grams per 100 lbs. wheat flour).


Revision Date: 05/02/2009

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This product is not meant to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.