Food Grade Silica (EU 10/2011)

This product is food grade silica (E551) compliant with EU Regulation 10/2011, having passed the full-item review of the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).

Classification :

Anti-Caking Silicon Dioxide

Keywords :

Food Grade Silica (EU 10/2011)

PRODUCT DETAILS

1. Product Description

This product is food grade silica (E551) compliant with EU Regulation 10/2011, having passed the full-item review of the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). Manufactured via the high-precision precipitation method, it has a silica content of ≥98.5%, with heavy metal residues (Pb ≤0.05mg/kg, As ≤0.5ppm) meeting the stringent EU limits. The particle size is customizable from 2-300μm, forming a three-dimensional porous structure, which is suitable for EU food production processes. Free of EU prohibited ingredients, it supports market access in all EU member states.

2. Parameter Details

Parameter

Details

Product Name

Food Grade Silica (EU 10/2011 Version)

Appearance

White fluffy powder

Particle Size Range

2-300μm (Customizable)

Silica Content

≥98.5%

pH Value

6.0-8.0 (10% suspension)

Loss on Drying

≤6.0% (at 105℃ for 2 h)

Heavy Metal Control

Pb ≤0.05mg/kg, As ≤0.5ppm, Hg ≤0.01ppm

Certification Standards

EU 10/2011, EFSA, FSSC22000, ISO22000

Packaging

10/20kg EU standard moisture-proof woven bags (Customizable)

Samples

Free sample available

Lead Time

7-10 days for in-stock items, 15-20 days for customized items

3. Application Description

With an addition level of 0.1%-1.0%, it features multi-functions of anti-caking, flow aid, oil absorption and carrier, and is suitable for mainstream foods in the EU market. It solves the caking problem of milk powder, plant-based powder and low-salt condiments; improves the filling accuracy of baking premix and powdered beverages with an tolerance ±1.5%; adsorbs oil in the breading of fried foods to reduce oil seepage rate. Widely used in dairy products, baking, leisure foods, condiments and other fields, it complies with the usage limit requirements of EU food additives.

4. Factory Introduction

Zhongqi Guangdong Silicon Materials Co., Ltd. has a GMP production base with EU compliance certification, equipped with EU standard testing equipment, and established an exclusive testing process for EU 10/2011, with the whole process meeting EU food safety requirements. The 10,000-ton intelligent production line ensures the batch functional index fluctuation ≤3%. The products have entered the mainstream EU food supply chain and provide stable supply for many European multinational food groups.

5. Shipment & Packaging

  • Standard Packaging: 10/20kg EU standard moisture-proof woven bags, food-grade vacuum small package customization supported;
  • Moisture-proof Design: Food-grade composite film + outer PE layer, compliant with EU Regulation (EC) 1935/2004 on food contact materials;
  • Storage & Transportation Requirements: Store in a cool and dry place, shelf life of 24 months, non-hazardous material, support for EU sea/air freight, with a full set of customs clearance documents provided;
  • Labeling Specifications: Mark E551 code, EU certification number, addition limit and multilingual labeling (English/German/French).

6. Product Advantages

  1. Full EU compliance: In line with EU 10/2011 and EFSA requirements, with a full set of EU customs clearance certification documents provided;
  1. Stringent impurity control: Heavy metal residues are far lower than EU limits, free of EU prohibited ingredients such as plasticizers and pesticide residues;
  1. Process compatibility: Adapt to EU food processing processes from -40℃ to 250℃, without reacting with food ingredients;
  1. Global logistics: Support door-to-door logistics service for the entire EU territory on demand;
  1. Technical support: Equipped with a professional technical team for EU food processes to provide localized application guidance.

7. Q&A

Q: Has this product passed the official review of EU EFSA?

A: It has passed the full-item review of EFSA, and EFSA certification documents and EU market access certificates can be provided.

Q: Does it comply with EU requirements for food contact materials?

A: Both packaging and products comply with EC 1935/2004, and food contact material test reports can be provided.

Q: Can multilingual test reports for the EU be provided?

A: Multilingual version test reports in English/German/French/Spanish can be provided to meet the customs clearance requirements of different EU member states.

Q: Can the lead time for customized items be expedited?

A: Regular items are shipped within 7-10 days, and the lead time for customized items can be negotiated for expediting, with production completed in as fast as 10 days.

8. Enterprise System Certifications & Honors

  • FSSC22000
  • ISO22000:2018
  • ISO9001:2015
  • SHC HALAL
  • OU KOSHER
  • FDA Attestation
  • FAMI-QS
  • SEDEX
  • Food Additive Production License
  • Feed Additive Production License
  • National High-tech Enterprise
  • Specialized, Refined and New Enterprise in Guangzhou
  • 17 Patents from the State Intellectual Property Office of China

Packaging and Shipping

Zhongqi (Guangdong) Silicon Materials Co., Ltd., with over 20 years of experience in the food-grade silica field, is a national high-tech enterprise and a Guangdong Province specialized and innovative enterprise. Trusted by numerous international food giants, it is a leader in high-end food-grade silica. Shandong Zhonglian Chemical Co., Ltd. is Zhongqi's sole officially authorized overseas sales subsidiary.

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laboratory

The company has established a world-leading R&D and intelligent manufacturing system, built GMP-standardized workshops, constructed 10,000-ton intelligent production lines, established a national-level testing center equipped with cutting-edge international equipment, and built its own high-standard microbiological testing laboratory. From raw material screening to finished product delivery, the entire process strictly adheres to domestic and international food safety management certifications, achieving simultaneous leadership in both "quality" and "quantity."

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Customer Visit

We are committed to silicon dioxide for 20 years, our product is well know in the world and cooperate with some Fortune 500 companies, such as the Nestlé,Yihai Kerry,COFCO,China Resources,Budweiser,Symrise, and so on.

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HONOR

In 2021, the company was listed on the Guangdong Stock Exchange, marking the beginning of its international expansion. Today, Zhongqi Silicon Industry, with an open vision, empowers the global food industry's safety system with the power of "Made in China." Going forward, the company will continue to focus on molecular-level safety to ensure peace of mind and, with a global perspective, to create a purer quality of life. Because true strength lies in making invisible protections visible to the world.

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