A natural, sodium-free leavening agent and pH buffer — perfect for baking, winemaking, and specialty food applications.

Key Benefits

• Sodium-free alternative to baking soda

• Provides leavening in baked goods

• Reduces acidity in winemaking and beverages

• Functions as a pH buffer in food systems

• Plant-based, vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO, Kosher (K)

• Available in 2-oz, 8-oz, and 16-oz packs

Properties

• Dietary: Gluten-Free, Vegan, Non-GMO, Kosher (K)

• Ingredient: 100% Pure Potassium Bicarbonate

• Allergens: None

• Documentation: COA | SDS | SPECs | Certificates

What It Does

Potassium Bicarbonate is a white, odorless powder often used as a sodium-free alternative to baking soda. In baking, it produces carbon dioxide to leaven breads, cakes, and cookies. In winemaking, it helps neutralize excess acidity. It is also used in functional foods as a mineral supplement and buffering agent.

Popular Uses

• Baking: Sodium-free leavening agent for breads and cakes

• Winemaking: Reduces tart acidity in wines and juices

• Beverages: Used as a buffering agent in formulations

• Health & Nutrition: Source of dietary potassium

How to Use

• Dosage (Baking): Use as a 1:1 sodium-free replacement for baking soda, often paired with an acid (e.g., cream of tartar).

• Winemaking: Typically 1–2 g per liter to reduce acidity; follow enology guidelines.

• Beverages: Add as directed to buffer pH.

Pro Tips

• Always combine with an acid in baking recipes to ensure proper rise.

• Test small batches in winemaking to avoid over-neutralization.

• Store in airtight containers — it absorbs moisture easily.

Pair With

• Cream of Tartar — forms a complete leavening system in baking

• Citric Acid — for pH adjustments in beverages

• Calcium Lactate — for functional food formulations

Storage & Shelf Life

• Store in a cool, dry, airtight container.

• Shelf life: up to 2 years.

Why Cape Crystal

• Premium, food-grade Potassium Bicarbonate for consistent performance

• Trusted by bakers, winemakers, and R&D labs

• Backed by documentation and responsive support

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Potassium Bicarbonate used for?
A: It’s used as a sodium-free leavening agent in baking, a deacidifier in winemaking, and a buffering agent in beverages and food formulations.

Q: How is Potassium Bicarbonate different from Baking Soda (Sodium Bicarbonate)?
A: Potassium Bicarbonate works similarly but contains no sodium, making it better for low-sodium diets.

Q: Can I replace baking soda with Potassium Bicarbonate 1:1?
A: Yes — but recipes often need an acid like cream of tartar to activate it fully.

Q: How much should I use in winemaking?
A: Typically 1–2 g per liter to reduce acidity, but always test and follow enology practices.

Q: Is Potassium Bicarbonate food-grade and safe?
A: Yes — Cape Crystal Potassium Bicarbonate is 100% food-grade, vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO, and Kosher certified.

Customer Reviews

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Finally a sodium-free baking soda that works beautifully.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Reduced acidity in my homemade wine perfectly.”

Call to Action

Bake better and balance acidity with Cape Crystal Brands Potassium Bicarbonate — available in 2-oz, 8-oz, and 16-oz packs.