Calumet Double-Acting Baking Powder

Calumet Baking Powder is a high-quality, double-acting chemical leavening agent formulated to deliver consistent and dependable rise in a wide range of bakery products. Designed for both retail and commercial use, it provides controlled gas release during mixing and baking to ensure uniform volume, fine crumb structure, and reliable performance across varied dough and batter systems.

Key Features:

• Double-Acting Formula
  Produces carbon dioxide during mixing and again during baking for steady, dependable leavening.
• Consistent Performance
  Ensures uniform height, texture, and crumb structure batch after batch.
• Versatile Application
  Suitable for cakes, muffins, cookies, quick breads, biscuits, pancakes, waffles, and industrial bakery products.
• Neutral Flavor Profile
  Leavens effectively without imparting off-flavors, even in delicate recipes.
• Stable & Shelf-Friendly
  Long shelf life and good stability when stored in a cool, dry environment.

Technical Specifications:

• Chemical System (Typical):
  • Sodium bicarbonate (baking soda)
  • Acid salts (such as monocalcium phosphate; sodium aluminum sulfate depending on regional variant)
  • Cornstarch or other starch as a stabilizer/anti-caking agent

• Appearance: Fine white powder
• Flavor/Aroma: Neutral, slight mineral note typical of leavening systems
• pH (1% solution): Typically 8.0–9.0