Bakers Completing Phase Out of Azodicarbonamide
February 16, 2026 | 2 min to read
The American Bakers Association (ABA) is proud to recognize that the baking industry is nearing its phase out of azodicarbonamide (ADA) from baked goods, with full completion of the phase out across the United States expected by the end of 2026.
A 2025 survey found that nearly 95% of ABA member company respondents already do not use ADA in their baked goods. The small remainder of ABA member company respondents voluntarily committed to phase out ADA as part of ABA’s “Baked Goods Ingredient Pledge. ”
This initiative builds on the momentum of ABA’s previous voluntary commitments: the “Baked Goods in Schools Pledge,” the “Baked Goods FD&C Colors Pledge, ” and the “Baked Goods Ingredient Pledge” for potassium bromate. Together, these pledges demonstrate the industry’s proactive leadership to continue delivering high-quality baked goods that honor tradition, nourish communities, and bring Americans together.
“We are pleased to share this pledge publicly, ” said Eric Dell, ABA President and CEO. “While ADA has been approved by the FDA for decades for safe use in baked goods, the overwhelming majority of our members have already phased out this ingredient from their products to meet evolving consumer expectations and continue delivering on their mission of feeding America.”
ABA will continue to work closely with the remaining member companies participating in the pledge to support the successful completion of the ADA phase-out by December 31, 2026. While doing so, ABA remains committed to ongoing engagement with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to assess where the agency and industry can work collaboratively on ingredients, ensuring alignment with science-based standards that maintain consumer confidence.
About the American Bakers Association
The American Bakers Association (ABA) is the largest, most established, and diverse trade association for the commercial baking industry in the United States. ABA’s community includes more than 350 member companies representing over 1,200 commercial baking facilities and the extensive industry supply chain.
Since 1897, ABA has served as the voice of the baking industry, offering compelling advocacy, insightful thought leadership, and comprehensive research on industry trends. ABA members also benefit from extensive business services including premier networking events, impactful knowledge sharing, and effective workforce development programs and training resources. ABA is committed to enhancing its mission by growing the category and promoting the industry as the destination workplace. In 2025, ABA earned the prestigious Great Place To Work® Certification, underscoring its commitment to delivering on the Higher Level Impact strategic objective by fostering a strong internal culture that drives excellence for the commercial baking industry.