Ingredient

Acid Pyrophosphate

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add acid pyrophosphate to foods as a leavening agent, often in combination with …

What it is

Acid pyrophosphate, also known as disodium phosphate or sodium acid pyrophosphate, is a salt made from phosphoric acid. It is commonly produced industrially by heating sodium phosphate.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add acid pyrophosphate to foods as a leavening agent, often in combination with baking soda. It helps baked goods rise and achieve a desirable texture. It is frequently found in cakes, cupcakes, and other baked items.

Health notes

Acid pyrophosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of phosphorus, an essential mineral. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated it. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Acid pyrophosphate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens and does not contain gluten.

Products containing Acid Pyrophosphate

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CHORLOTTE'S Cookies & Cream Cake, Cookies & Cream Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 343kcal 3.0Protein 17.9Fat 41.8Carbs Dierberg's Markets, Inc. Red Velvet Dessert Cake, Red Velvet Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 375kcal 3.8Protein 17.5Fat 50Carbs Severino Pasta Mfg. Severino Homemade Pasta, Herb Farmers Cheese Gnocchi Pasta by Shape & Type High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 212kcal 9.4Protein 5.3Fat 32.9Carbs Public Label Brands, Inc. Breaded Okra Frozen Prepared Sides High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 94kcal 2.4Protein 0Fat 23.5Carbs GS1 Mexico Decorated Cookie Cookies & Biscuits High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving —kcal 6.7Protein 13.3Fat 73.3Carbs GAD BAKERIES, LLC Original New York Cheesecake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 85% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 37% DV per serving 345kcal 5.3Protein 25.7Fat 22.1Carbs Big Y Foods, Inc. Potato & Cheese Pierogi With Kielbasa, Potato & Cheese With Kielbasa Other Deli High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 186kcal 7.1Protein 11.5Fat 13.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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