Website Disclaimer
Important: This disclaimer outlines the limitations and appropriate use of the PastryCal baking calculator. By using our website, you acknowledge and agree to these terms.
1. Accuracy & Data Sources Disclaimer
The PastryCal baking calculator uses density values and conversion factors derived from two primary sources:
USDA Government Data
USDA SR Legacy Database - Government database providing weight-to-volume conversions for food items.
King Arthur Baking Expertise
King Arthur Baking Company - Professional baking standards for baking-specific applications.
Despite using these authoritative sources, all calculations are estimates only. The calculator provides approximate values that may differ from actual measurements due to:
- Ingredient Variations: Density varies by brand, processing method, moisture content, and storage conditions
- Measurement Techniques: Scooping methods, packing density, and measurement precision affect results
- Price Fluctuations: Market prices change frequently and vary by region and supplier
- Regional Differences: Ingredient formulations and standards vary globally
- Human Factors: User input errors and interpretation differences
Critical Notice:
PastryCal does not guarantee the accuracy of any calculations. The tool is provided for informational and educational purposes only. For commercial baking, business pricing, or critical applications, you must verify all calculations independently using professional equipment and methods.
2. No Professional Advice
The information provided by PastryCal ("we," "us," or "our") is for general informational purposes only. All information is provided in good faith; however, we make no representation or warranty of any kind regarding accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness.
Specifically Not Provided:
- Financial or Business Advice: The calculator should not be relied upon for commercial decisions, pricing strategies, or business planning
- Baking Professional Advice: Not a substitute for professional baking expertise or culinary training
- Legal or Regulatory Guidance: Does not address food safety regulations, labeling requirements, or business compliance
- Tax or Accounting Advice: Not suitable for financial reporting, tax calculations, or accounting purposes
Before making any business decisions based on calculator results, consult with appropriate professionals including accountants, business advisors, and baking professionals.
3. "Use at Your Own Risk"
All tools and information are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. You assume full responsibility for:
- Verifying calculator results with your actual ingredients and equipment
- Confirming market prices with your suppliers
- Validating recipe costs through actual production testing
- Ensuring compliance with local regulations and standards
Limitation of Liability: In no event shall PastryCal, nor its directors, employees, partners, agents, suppliers, or affiliates, be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential or punitive damages, including without limitation:
- Financial losses resulting from reliance on calculator estimates
- Business losses from incorrect pricing or costing decisions
- Recipe failures or product quality issues
- Lost profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses
4. Calculator-Specific Limitations
4.1 Density Database Limitations
Our database includes 200+ common baking ingredients, but has inherent limitations:
- Custom or regional ingredients may not be included
- Density values represent averages and may not match specific products
- Does not account for temperature-dependent density changes
- Aerated ingredients (whipped cream, etc.) are not accurately represented
4.2 Unit Conversion Limitations
Unit conversions use standard rates that may not reflect:
- All regional measurement variations
- Historical or alternative measurement systems
- Professional kitchen-specific measurement techniques
4.3 Cost Calculation Limitations
Cost estimates are based on user-provided prices and have limitations:
- Does not include all business expenses (equipment, rent, utilities beyond overhead percentage)
- Labor estimates are simplified and may not reflect actual production complexity
- Does not account for waste, spoilage, or yield variations
- Seasonal price fluctuations are not automatically considered
5. Appropriate Use Guidelines
Appropriate Uses:
- Home baking cost estimation
- Educational purposes and learning about recipe costing
- Initial recipe cost screening and comparison
- Personal budgeting for baking projects
- Understanding cost components in baking
Inappropriate Uses:
- Commercial bakery pricing without verification
- Financial reporting or tax calculations
- Product labeling or regulatory compliance
- Scientific research requiring precision measurements
- Substitute for professional business analysis
For Commercial Users:
If using PastryCal for business purposes:
- Verify all calculations with actual ingredient measurements
- Test recipes with calculated costs before production
- Consult with financial professionals for pricing strategies
- Consider using specialized bakery management software for ongoing operations
- Factor in additional costs not captured by the calculator
6. External Content & References
The Site may contain links to external websites or references to third-party data sources. We are not responsible for:
- The accuracy or reliability of third-party websites
- Changes to external data sources that may affect calculator accuracy
- Content on linked websites, including advertising
- Transactions between you and third-party providers
Data Source Acknowledgment: While we reference USDA and King Arthur Baking Company data, we are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by these organizations. References to their data are for informational purposes only.
7. Updates & Changes
We may update calculator algorithms, density values, or functionality without notice. Such changes may affect calculation results. We are not responsible for:
- Changes in calculation results due to algorithm updates
- Inconsistencies between saved calculations and current results
- Loss of data due to browser storage limitations or clearing
8. Intellectual Property
All website content, including the calculator tool, design, and documentation, is protected by copyright. You may use the calculator for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not:
- Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the calculator code
- Use the tool for commercial services without permission
- Scrape, copy, or mass-extract calculation results
- Claim our calculations as your own professional work
9. Agreement & Acceptance
By using the PastryCal calculator, you acknowledge that:
- You have read and understood this disclaimer
- You accept full responsibility for verifying calculator results
- You will not rely on calculations for critical or commercial decisions without independent verification
- You understand the limitations and appropriate uses outlined here
A Final Note 🍰
The PastryCal calculator is designed as a helpful starting point for understanding recipe costs and conversions. For your most important projects, we encourage verifying calculations with your actual ingredients and seeking professional guidance when needed.
Happy baking! 🍰
Contact & Questions
If you have questions about appropriate use or need clarification on these disclaimers, please contact us before relying on calculator results for important purposes.
Email: [email protected]
Last updated: December 2025
