Calcium Sulphate – 25kg

Description

Calcium Sulphate – 25kg | Food & Beverage Ingredient in Johannesburg & South Africa

Calcium Sulphate, also known as gypsum (E516), is a versatile food-grade additive widely used in the food and beverage industry. It functions as a coagulant, firming agent, dough conditioner, pH regulator, stabilizer, and nutritional supplement, supporting quality, texture, and shelf life across a wide range of products.

Bidchem supplies 25kg bags of food-grade Calcium Sulphate from Johannesburg, providing consistent quality and reliable delivery to food manufacturers, bakeries, beverage producers, and breweries across South Africa.

Product Specifications

• Chemical Name: Calcium Sulphate

• Chemical Formula: CaSO₄

• Chemical Type: Inorganic mineral salt

• Appearance: White to off-white powder

• Solubility: Slightly soluble in water

• Food Additive Classification: E516

• Regulatory Status: GRAS (FDA)

• Packaging: 25kg bag

Applications & Uses

Food & Beverage Manufacturing

Supports texture control, pH regulation, and preservation in beverages, sauces, jams, and jellies.

Tofu & Plant-Based Products

Acts as a primary coagulant in tofu production, creating a soft, tender texture while boosting calcium content.

Firming Agent

Helps canned fruits and vegetables retain firmness by binding with pectin, maintaining product quality during processing and storage.

Baking & Flour Treatment

Functions as a dough conditioner and flour treatment agent, improving dough strength, workability, and structure in bread, pastries, tortillas, and baked goods. Also serves as yeast food and leavening aid.

Nutritional Fortification

Provides a bioavailable source of calcium for fortified foods such as breakfast cereals, nutritional bars, and plant-based milk alternatives.

Beverages & Brewing

Helps regulate pH and maintain stability in beverages like juices, soft drinks, and electrolyte drinks. In beer brewing, gypsum improves water mineral content, enhances enzyme activity, reduces beerstone formation, and contributes to a balanced flavor profile, particularly in Pale Ale and other styles.

Anti-Caking & Stabilization

Prevents clumping in powdered foods including spices, seasonings, and powdered drink mixes. Also used to stabilize and thicken soups, sauces, jams, and jellies.

Packaging & Delivery

Calcium Sulphate is supplied in secure 25kg food-grade packaging suitable for commercial food production and industrial handling.

Bidchem offers delivery from Johannesburg with nationwide distribution across South Africa, supporting manufacturers in all major regions.

Safety & Handling Information

Calcium Sulphate should be handled according to standard food ingredient safety practices.

Handling guidelines:

• Avoid excessive dust inhalation

• Use appropriate PPE during bulk handling

• Store in a cool, dry environment

• Keep packaging sealed to prevent moisture exposure

Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are available upon request.
For professional food and beverage manufacturing use.

Why Buy Calcium Sulphate from Bidchem South Africa?

• Johannesburg-based food chemical supplier

• Reliable nationwide delivery across South Africa

• Food-grade quality suitable for regulated manufacturing

• Secure 25kg packaging

• Consistent supply and professional support

Request a Quote

For food and beverage manufacturers in Johannesburg and across South Africa, request a quote for Calcium Sulphate 25kg from Bidchem today.