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Precipitated Silicas in Food

At Glassven we are suppliers of precipitated silica for food applications, such as food products for human and animal consumption. Our products are ideal as additives for powders such as dried chilies, powdered cheeses and sauces, coffee and cream substitutes, flours, spices, seasonings, chocolate, cocoa, salt, sugar, among others

We offer our Pirosil® products, wich comply with all criteria established by the Food Chemical Codex (FCC), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) standards, and also count on Kosher and Halal certifications and QS Food Safety certification. Find here the best price in precipitated silicas food grade.

Precipitated Silicas in Food Products

Pirosil® PS-120.


Our precipitated silicas Pirosil® PS-120 combines high density and excellent free flow properties.

Uses: free flowing agent, anticaking agent, process aid

Applications: It is recommended for dense powders such as wheat flour and instant drinks.

Technical Data:
  • Form: Powder
  • DBP Oil Absorption, ml/100g: 240 – 260
  • BET, Area, m2/g: 110 – 130
  • Sieve Resideu 325, %: 2.0 Máx.
  • pH: 6.5 – 7.3

Packaging: 20 kg paper bags, palletized and shrink-wrapped, and also available in super sacks.


Pirosil® PS-150


Our precipitated silicas Pirosil® PS-150 is characterized by higher absorption and processability.

Uses: free flowing agent, anticaking agent, process aid, carrier agent


Applications: It is recommended as carrier agent for high fat powders and essential oils like powder foods, grated chesses, dried eggs, dried eggs yolks, salt, sugar, paprika, cocoa, instant beverages mix, coffee creamer and milk substitutes, ground herbs and spices, flour, powdered sauces, cream soup mix, flavors, etc.

Technical Data:
  • Form: Powder
  • DBP Oil Absorption, ml/100g: 260 – 280
  • BET, Area, m2/g: 140 – 160
  • Sieve Resideu 325, %: 2.0 Máx.
  • pH: 6.5 – 7.3
Packaging: 20 kg paper bags, palletized and shrink-wrapped, and also available in super sacks.

Pirosil® PS-200


Our synthetic precipitated silicas Pirosil® PS-200 widely used in the food industry due to its hygroscopic nature and higher density.

Uses: free flowing agent, anticaking agent, process aid, carrier agent

Applications: powder foods, grated chesses, dried eggs, dried eggs yolks, salt, granulated and powdered sugar, paprika, onion and garlic salt, cocoa, instant beverages mix, coffee creamer and milk substitutes, ground herbs and spices, flour, powdered sauces, cream soup mix, flavors and others.

Technical Data:
  • Form: Powder
  • DBP Oil Absorption, ml/100g: 280 – 300
  • BET, Area, m2/g: 170 – 200
  • Sieve Resideu 325, %: 5.0 Máx.
  • pH: 6.0 – 7.5
Packaging: 20 kg paper bags, palletized and shrink-wrapped, and also available in super sacks.

Pirosil® PS-300


Our precipitated silicas Pirosil® PS-300 with a very fine particle size that makes it compatible with a wide range of products.

Uses: thickener, defoamer, carrier agent, free flowing agent, anticaking agent, process aid

Applications: powder foods, grated chesses, dried eggs, dried eggs yolks, salt, granulated and powdered sugar, paprika, onion and garlic salt, cocoa, instant beverages mix, coffee creamer and milk substitutes, ground herbs and spices, flour, powdered sauces, cream soup mix, flavors and others.

Technical Data:
  • Form: Powder
  • DBP Oil Absorption, ml/100g: 280 – 300
  • BET, Area, m2/g: 170 – 200
  • Sieve Resideu 325, %: 0.1 Máx.
  • pH: 6.0 – 7.5

Packaging: 12.5 kg. paper bags, palletized and shrink-wrapped. It is also available in super sacks.




Pirosil® PS-300 Plus

This precipitated silicas Pirosil® PS-300 Plus combines a very fine particle size and high absorptive capacity.

Uses: thickener, defoamer, carrier agent, free flowing agent, anticaking agent, process aid

Applications: Specially recommended for conditioning powdered and low-density foods, such as powdered sugar.

Technical Data:
  • Form: Powder
  • DBP Oil Absorption, ml/100g: 250 – 300
  • BET, Area, m2/g: 170 – 200
  • Sieve Resideu 325, %: 1.0 Máx.
  • pH: 6.0 – 7.5

Packaging: 12.5 kg. paper bags, palletized and shrink-wrapped. It is also available in super sacks




Other Names of Precipitated Silicas in Food

  • Precipitated silicas food grade
  • Precipitated silica
  • Silicon dioxide for food
  • Silicon dioxide food grade

At Glassven we count on more than 45 years of experience in research, development, manufacture and distribution of precipitated silica (also called silicon dioxide) and others chemical products. Our mission is to be the best alternative to meet the needs of the industry around the world. Just contact us!




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