Clumping is a major issue during the storage of seasoning powder, and it can affect the product's usability. So, what are the main reasons for clumping?
Moisture Absorption: Some seasoning powders exhibit significant moisture absorption, such as garlic powder. If these powders are not properly sealed during storage, they can easily absorb moisture and clump.
High Oil Content: Products with high oil content, like pepper powder and cumin powder, are prone to clumping as the oil spills out and combines with the powder.
Poor Dispersion: Some products, such as ginger powder, have heavy fibers, resulting in poor dispersion and flow, making them prone to clumping during storage.
Pseudo-Clumping: Many instances of seasoning powder clumping are pseudo-clumping, which means they are not truly solid clumps. With slight external force, these clumps can easily disperse.
How to Prevent Clumping: To avoid clumping, anti-caking agents can be added to the seasoning powder. For instance, silicon dioxide can effectively solve the clumping issue of seasoning powders to a certain extent.
