Our Diatomaceous Earth is a popular natural material that has numerous applications in homes, gardens, and businesses. When buying it for use in a food-related application the product must be appropriately labeled as being fit for food use.

What Is The Food Grade (DE)?

Industrial and pool-grade DE may be used in the food industry but food-grade DE is made specifically for consumption by humans and animals. Food-grade diatomaceous earth is a naturally occurring siliceous sedimentary rock, composed of the skeletal remains of aquatic diatoms. It contains high levels of silica, it has no artificial ingredients, and has been through rigorous tests for contaminants.

The Basic Differences between Food Grade and Non-Food Grade (DE)

For this reason, you must make a point of identifying food grade DE from other grades of DE. Here are the primary differences:

How to Check If Your DE is Food Grade

1. Examine the Label Look for the term ‘food grade’ when choosing your product. This label is clear evidence that the diatomaceous earth is safe for consumption and for coming into contact with food. Search for more information including the silica content of the product and look for seals and certification.

2. Check for Certifications A variety of DE products meant for food use will have the certification of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or the equivalent in your country. All such certifications guarantee that the product has been through the necessary testing to meet set safety standards.

3. Inspect the Packaging Seema Minerals is but one of the reputable manufacturers, and they portray their products using clear, professional packaging that includes all the needed information. The packaging should state where it has been sourced from, how it was processed, and whether it has undergone any tests to ensure that it is safe.

4. Verify the Source Pure DE used in food production is usually derived from particular deposits regarded for their high quality. Check that the supplier is open about how and where they source materials and have the products made. Seema Minerals for instance provides DE from good deposits that are used in the food industry among others.

5. Conduct a Visual Test Food grade DE is commonly presented as a fine white or off-white powder. Non-food-grade types may be slightly black or have particles visible in them to show that they have other unwanted substances.

6. Get a Certificate of Analysis (COA). If you are not sure, one should demand a Certificate of Analysis from the supplier. This document contains information on the product and its composition: silica content and the lack of arsenic and lead content.

Why buy from Seema Minerals?

Quality and safety are the core values at Seema Minerals. All of our food-grade diatomaceous earth is thoroughly tested and we only use the highest quality products from the best deposits. Whether for domestic, farming, or manufacturing requirements, you can be assured that our product is of the finest quality and quality guarantee.

By following these steps you will be able to examine your diatomaceous earth for food-grade quality so that you can use it safely and efficiently for all the purposes it was intended for.