INCI Name
ALUMINUM IRON CALCIU...
Functions
1 Roles
Sustainability
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Category
bulking agent
What It Does
Aluminum Iron Calcium Magnesium Zirconium Silicates is a ceramic powder consisting mainly of silicon dioxide, aluminum oxide, ferric oxide, calcium oxide, magnesium oxide and zirconium oxide
Ingredient Attributes
Ingredient Compatibility
Known Interactions
Calcium inhibits both heme and non-heme iron absorption by 50-60% when taken together. These minerals compete for the same absorption pathways. Separate by at least 2 hours or formulate for different serving times.
Iron + Tannins form dark-colored insoluble complexes (ink-like precipitate), common in tea/coffee + iron fortification. Use iron bisglycinate or EDTA-chelated iron to prevent.
High-dose Calcium (>600mg) can reduce Zinc absorption by 30-50%. Consider separating doses or using chelated zinc (zinc bisglycinate) for better absorption.
Calcium and Magnesium compete for absorption at high doses. While they can be combined at moderate levels, high-dose formulations should separate them or use chelated forms.
High Calcium + Citric Acid can form calcium citrate precipitate in beverages, causing cloudiness or sedimentation. Manageable with proper formulation (sequestrants, pH control), but test stability.
EDTA chelates free iron strongly. Intentional in some applications (prevents oxidation catalysis) but can reduce iron bioavailability in supplements/beverages. Verify this is the intended behavior.
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Quick Reference
- Full INCI Name
- ALUMINUM IRON CALCIUM MAGNESIUM ZIRCONIUM SILICATES
- Category
- bulking agent