Ingredient

Acidic Sodium Aluminum Phosphate

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
It is used in baking to help dough and batters rise, creating a lighter …

What it is

Acidic sodium aluminum phosphate is a chemical compound that acts as a leavening agent. It is produced by reacting aluminum phosphate with sodium carbonate or sodium hydroxide.

Why it's used

It is used in baking to help dough and batters rise, creating a lighter texture in products like cakes, muffins, and biscuits. It reacts with baking soda to produce carbon dioxide gas.

Health notes

In the United States, acidic sodium aluminum phosphate is affirmed as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a leavening agent. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated it. While generally considered safe at typical consumption levels, some research has explored potential effects of aluminum intake, though the amounts from food additives are generally small.

Allergen info

Acidic sodium aluminum phosphate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.

Products containing Acidic Sodium Aluminum Phosphate

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Double Chocolate Sliced Loaf Cake, Double Chocolate Telco Food Products Double Chocolate Sliced Loaf Cake, Double Chocolate Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 400kcal 6.7Protein 20Fat 51.1Carbs Telco Food Products Classic Sliced Loaf Cake, Classic Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving 356kcal 5.6Protein 13.3Fat 51.1Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Sliced Loaf Cake, Raspberry Lemonade Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 400kcal 4.4Protein 20Fat 48.9Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Bundt Cake, Strawberry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 395kcal 5.3Protein 17.1Fat 54.0Carbs CSM Bakery Products NA, Inc. Mousse Cake, Chocolate & Peanut Butter Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 390kcal 3.9Protein 20.8Fat 49.4Carbs CSM Bakery Products NA, Inc. Cake, Chocolate Cherry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 373kcal 3.6Protein 15.7Fat 55.4Carbs CSM Bakery Products NA, Inc. 7"" Double Layer German Chocolate Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 407kcal 3.7Protein 21.0Fat 51.9Carbs Orion Enteprises, Inc. Sausage Wrap, Blueberry Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 338kcal 11.3Protein 21.1Fat 23.9Carbs Telco Food Products Lemon Sliced Loaf Cake, Lemon Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 400kcal 5.6Protein 20Fat 48.9Carbs Telco Food Products Marble Sliced Loaf Cake, Marble Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 400kcal 5.6Protein 21.1Fat 48.9Carbs CSM Bakery Products NA, Inc. 8"" Double Layer Lemon Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 395kcal 2.5Protein 18.5Fat 54.3Carbs Telco Food Products Honey Raisin Bran Muffins Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 320kcal 4Protein 16Fat 44Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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