Alum Powder

$4.99
Size:1lb bag ( $4.99 /lb)

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Shelf Life: Store at room temperature for up to 1 year.

Origin: United States

Product ID: 7386

Alum powder is a crystalline powder that is most commonly used in pickling; it keeps pickles firm and crispy.

THIS ALUM WILL NOT GROW CRYSTALS.

Alum powder is often used to firm and crispen pickles by letting them soak in a sealed brine solution of water, vinegar, salt, spices, and alum powder for several weeks. Cucumbers should be pickled at the peak of freshness because they will become soft after a few days. Use up to 1/4 teaspoon of alum per pint of solution.

Alum’s tissue-shrinking properties gave it a starring role in multiple episodes of the cartoon Looney Tunes in which alum was shown to comically shrink the characters’ heads and pucker up lips.

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Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

– August 1, 2023

Carolyn, Kirkland, Washington

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Thank you for the prompt shipment of alum, so our school can make LOTS more playdough. The alum is a "secret" ingredient which gives us smooth and pliable playdough every time. - Longtime Purchaser

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Size: 5lb bag

5 out of 5 stars

– March 17, 2023

Anthony, Garland, Maine

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Reliable as ever. Decent price.

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