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There are many ingredients on a food label that make us pause and wonder whether they’re safe. Some are more dangerous than others, but some have benefits that can improve the taste, color and texture of a product. silicon iodide (SiI) is one of these substances that has a lot of uses in foods and other products, but it’s important to know how much to consume and its effects on the body.
Silica is a naturally occurring mineral, found in sand and granite among other things. It’s used in the construction industry for making concrete and is a component of sandblasting. Long-term exposure to silica can have negative side effects, including lung damage and respiratory issues. Silica dust that people inhale is the source of most of these issues, and that’s why those who work with it in these industries have to be careful.
As far as the type of silica found in food goes, that doesn’t have a lot of negative health impacts. As a food additive, it can help improve the look, feel and uniformity of a product as well as extend its shelf life. It also seems to have some potential benefits for bones and joints, such as supporting bone-building properties, and may help reduce the risk of fractures.
This chemical can be made on a large scale by reacting silane (SiH3) with iodine vapour at 200 degC. It’s used in the production of silicone rubbers, paints, polyester compounds, dental formulations, emulsions and soil conditioners. This compound is stable under strong heating and can be stored for a long time, but must be kept dry as it reacts rapidly with water and moisture in the air.