Calcium aluminium silicate
Category: AdditivesOther names: Calcium aluminosilicate, E556
Calcium aluminium silicate is high in Nickel. It has low levels of Histamine and Salicylate. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
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Intolerances
- NickelHigh
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)Low
- SalicylateLow
- FODMAPsNone
- LactoseNone
- GlutenNo
- FructoseNone
- OligosaccharidesNone
- SorbitolNone
- SucroseNone
- TyramineNone
- OxalatesNone
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does Calcium aluminium silicate affect?
Calcium aluminium silicate is notable for Nickel, Histamine and Salicylate.
Does Calcium aluminium silicate contain Nickel?
Yes — Calcium aluminium silicate is high in Nickel.
Does Calcium aluminium silicate contain Histamine?
Calcium aluminium silicate contains only low levels of Histamine.
Does Calcium aluminium silicate contain Salicylate?
Calcium aluminium silicate contains only low levels of Salicylate. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.