Call Us:  +1.302.777.7774

CECON logo

Log in

Login to your account

Username *
Password *
Remember Me

CECON Blog

This area of the website contains blogs written by our Consultants as well as Cecon personnel
1 minute reading time (222 words)

Yoga Mat Chemical in Bread: Is it really hazardous? CECON Chemist comments on the toxicity of ADA

images6

Several weeks ago, concern was raised by environmental groups about a chemical called  Azodicarbonamide, (ADA) a chemical foaming agent that is used in some plastics (like yoga mats) being a common additive in commercially prepared bread. ADA added to bread flour shortens the processing time for commercial bakers by making the dough rise more quickly.

We asked Dr. Stanley Tocker, a chemist with CECON, what he thought of the toxicity of this chemical.

 Dr. Tocker reported that this chemical has not been widely tested, but he did not see any supported data on toxicity. While there is lots of chatter about the dangers of this chemical, it appears to be safe at the concentrations (40-50 parts per billion) in commercial products.

 According to Dr. Tocker, when ADA is cooked, it breaks down, leaving behind miniscule residues of nitrogen, carbon monoxide, ammonia, and carbon dioxide. Such levels of these chemicals have not been found to be harmful to humans.

So, for now, until solid evidence is presented, you don’t need to worry when eating your sandwich rolls in restaurants!

 

Dr. Stanley Tocker, former Executive Vice President of CECON received his Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Florida State University. Dr. Tocker has 40 years of experience in organic synthesis, polymers, pesticides, formulations, patent strategy and chemical products liability. He has served as a technical expert witness on many occasions.

0
×
Stay Informed

When you subscribe to the blog, we will send you an e-mail when there are new updates on the site so you wouldn't miss them.

Pharma Outsourcing Trends, Part 1: Why is Pharma O...
Researchers Use Opal Structure to Improve Thin Fil...
 

Comments

No comments made yet. Be the first to submit a comment
Guest
Friday, 29 March 2024