SYLOID 244 FP USP NF EP FCC - GRACE

Ingredient Name: Amorphous Silica

Chemical Name: Amorphous Silicon Dioxide

CAS Number: 7631-86-9

Chemical Family: Silicates

Labeling Claims: Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE)-free, Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), Halal, Kosher, Non-Carcinogenic, Non-Genetically Modified Organism (GMO), Not Listed In California Proposition 65, TSE-free

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Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Food Ingredients Features
Product Features
  • Multifunctional additive
  • Highly adsorptive as carrier for liquids, up to 1.6 ml of a liquid per gram
  • Can keep powders dry and free flowing for a more consistent and uniform processing / dosing

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Oil Adsorption240g/100g-
Compacted Bulk Density0.1g/cc-
Pore Volume (as Nitrogen)1.4g/ml-
Nutritional Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Fat (Saturated fatty acids)0g/100g-
Fat (Monounsaturated fatty acids)0g/100g-
Fat (Polyunsaturated fatty acids)0g/100g-
Fat (Trans fatty acids)0g/100g-
Fat (Cholesterol)0g/100g-
Energy Value0kcal/100g-
Carbohydrate (Total Added Sugars)0g/100g-
Carbohydrate (Starch)0g/100g-
Carbohydrate (Fibre)0g/100g-
Fat0g/100g-
Vitamins (all Types)0mg/100g-
Carbohydrate0g/100g-
Salt (= Sodium x 2.5)max. 500mg/100gCalculated
Protein0g/100g-
Ironmax. 150mg/100gAnalyzed
Sodiummax. 200mg/100gAnalyzed
Potassiummax. 4mg/100gAnalyzed
Calciummax. 120mg/100gAnalyzed
Characteristics
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Sodium Oxidemax. 0.2wt%GRA 1260
Aluminum Oxide (as Al₂O₃)max. 0.2wt%GRA 1260
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Loss on Ignition (at 1832°F)max. 8.5%GRA 1701
Loss on Drying (at 105°C)max. 7.0%GRA 1702
Loss on Drying (at 105°C)max. 7%GRA 1702
Silicon Dioxide Content (dry basis)min. 99.6wt.%GRA 1260
Silicon Dioxide Content (as dry basis)min. 99.6%GRA 1260
pH (5% aqueous suspension)6.0 - 8.3-GRA 1200
pH (5% aqueous suspension)6.0 - 8.3GRA 1200, GRACE Q 014
Average Particle Size (Malvern® Mastersizer® 2000)max. 8.3μmGRA 1506
Average Particle Sizemax. 8.3μmGRA 1506
Oil Adsorption300.0g/100gGRACE Q 015
Aluminum Oxide (as dried basis)max. 2000ppm-
Bulk Density (Compacted)0.1g/cm³-
Soluble Ionizable Salts (as sodium sulfate, dried basis)max. 5%-
Pore Volume (N₂)1.6g/mlGRACE Q 049
Sodium Oxide Content (as dried basis)max. 2000ppm-
Ferric Oxide (as dried basis)max. 400ppm-
Heavy Metal (as dried basis)max. 20ppm-
Lead (as dried basis)max. 3ppm-
Arsenic (as dried basis)max. 1.5ppm-
Mercury Contentmax. 0.1ppm-
Cadmium Contentmax. 1ppm-

Regulatory & Compliance

Safety & Health

Health and Safety Information
  • SYLOID 244 FP USP NF EP FCC - GRACE is synthetic, amorphous silica which is manufactured and handled by GRACE according to HACCP concept.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Information

The standard packaging for SYLOID® 244 Multifunctional Silica is: 10 kg/bag, 140 kg/pallet pallet, 1000 x 1200 mm

 

Packaging Information
  • The standard packaging for SYLOID® 244 (MADE IN USA) Silica for Food Applications is:
    • 30 lb/bag (13.61 kg)
    • 18 bags/pallet
    • 540 lb/pallet
    • Pallet: 44 in x 57 in

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
12 months
Storage, Handling and Shelf Life Information
  • Like all other finely powdered products, SYLOID 244 FP USP NF EP FCC - GRACE silica has a tendency to develop dust. During handling, precautions should be taken against electrostatic diskharges. Storage in a clean, dry warehouse to prevent against moisture and contamination is recommended. SYLOID 244 FP USP NF EP FCC - GRACE Silica for Food Applications has a high adsorptive capacity which necessitates keeping it separated from odors, organic solvents and odorant materials during transportation, storage and handling. The material stored in GRACE's original standard packaging on the pallet under GRACE's storage recommendations will meet its specifications for 12 months after the date of manufacturing. Open packages should be resealed to prevent contamination of the product. Provided the storage recommendations are followed, silica gels stored beyond the recommended shelf life are typically fit for use. However, it is advised that a quality control test be performed on the properties relevant to the application.
Storage Information

Storage in a dry warehouse