Silica, also know as Silicon Dioxide (SiO2), is a chemical compound that is an oxide of silicon with the chemical formula SiO2. It is a taste- and coloreless white free-flow powder, used in a wide range of applications. Silica is offered in a multitude of grades to accomodate specific applications.
Silica is used in food and beverage applications as a free-flow and anti-caking agent in powdered foods, seasonings and flavorings. In pharmaceuticals and personal care, as well as cosmetics, silica aides in the powderization of liquid drugs, provides viscosity control and offers free-flow improvements by acting as an anti-caking agent. Other benefits in personal care include oil and sweat absorption, color stabilization, moisture resistance, silky feel, and carrying active ingredients.
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