The American Bakers Association (ABA) Leads Voluntary Industry Pledge to Complete Phase Out of Potassium Bromate
January 20, 2026 | 2 min to read
The American Bakers Association (ABA) announced its new “Baked Goods Ingredient Pledge,” a voluntary industry commitment to complete the phase out of the use of potassium bromate from baked goods across the United States.
This initiative builds on the momentum of ABA’s previous voluntary commitments: the “Baked Goods in Schools Pledge” and the “Baked Goods FD&C Colors Pledge.” Together, these pledges reflect a proactive and ongoing industry commitment to continue delivering high-quality baked goods that honor tradition, nourish communities, and bring Americans together.
Today, the overwhelming majority of ABA member companies do not use potassium bromate in their baked goods. For the small remainder, ABA is introducing the “Baked Goods Ingredient Pledge,” whereby participating ABA member companies voluntarily pledge to phase it out by the end of calendar year 2026.
“The commercial baking industry has already made significant progress in reducing and, in many cases, eliminating potassium bromate from baked goods,” said Eric Dell, ABA President and CEO. “This pledge reinforces our industry’s commitment to feeding the nation, and by uniting around this pledge our members are building on their progress and going beyond what is required.”
ABA will continue to work closely with the remaining member companies making the pledge to support their successful completion of the potassium bromate phase-out by December 31, 2026.
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.