Food Grade · E551

EUSIL MC® F

Precipitated amorphous silica for use as an anti-caking agent and carrier in suitable food applications.

Chemical Basis E551 Made in Bulgaria

Overview

Designed for a defined industrial purpose.

EUSIL MC® F is a food-grade product. It helps improve the free-flowing properties of powdered ingredients and control caking during storage and dosing.

Applications

Where the product creates value

01 Powdered Food Ingredients
02 Spices and Dry Blends
03 Carrier for Suitable Components
04 Applications in Accordance with Permitted Levels

Why Mineralcommerce

✔Improves flowability

✔Reduces caking

✔Manufactured under HACCP

✔Food-grade documentation

Functional Properties

How the product works in a formulation

E551
01

Free-Flowing Properties

Helps limit the formation of lumps in powdered and granulated products and supports consistent dosing.

02

High Specific Surface Area

A specific surface area of ≥ 220 m²/g provides a high active surface area at a low inclusion level.

03

E551 Grade

Intended for permitted food applications in compliance with applicable legislation and technological requirements.

Technical Profile

Key Product Parameters

The values shown are for commercial overview purposes. The current TDS and agreed specification take precedence for each delivery.

SiO2 content (ignited basis) ≥ 96.0% (Typical: 96.2%)
Loss on ignition (1000°C) max. 7%
pH (1% aqueous solution) 6.9
Specific surface area (BET) ≥ 220 m²/g (Typical: 223 m²/g)
Bulk density (undense) ≤ 220 g/dm³
Oil absorption (glycerol) ≥ 5 g/g
Form / Color Fine amorphous powder / White to off-white
01

Packaging and Delivery

20 kg bags on 480 kg pallets.

02

Documentation and Compliance

HACCP; requirements of Regulation (EU) No. 231/2012 for the applicable product grade.

Practical Information

From Storage to Ordering

01

Storage

Shelf life is 36 months in the original, well-sealed packaging, stored in a dry and well-ventilated area. Protect bags from moisture, direct contact with the floor, and mechanical damage.

02

Safe Handling

Limit the generation and inhalation of dust. Use local exhaust ventilation and personal protective equipment in accordance with the SDS. Reseal partially used bags immediately after dosing.

03

Delivery Planning

Standard: 20 kg net per bag, 24 bags per pallet — 480 kg net. Palletized and full-truck deliveries are arranged according to quantity and destination.

04

Documents Upon Request

  • TDS and specification for EUSIL MC® F
  • SDS
  • E551 Declaration / applicable compliance documentation
  • ISO 9001 and HACCP documentation

Selection and Qualification

Dosage is determined by the type of food, intended function, and permitted levels. The customer should confirm regulatory applicability and product performance through testing in the actual formulation.

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