Ammonium Phosphate
What is Ammonium Phosphate?
Ammonium phosphate is a salt made from ammonia and phosphoric acid. It is typically manufactured through a chemical process. It is available in several forms, including monoammonium phosphate and diammonium phosphate.
Is Ammonium Phosphate vegan?
Ammonium Phosphate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Ammonium Phosphate gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Ammonium Phosphate a major allergen?
Ammonium phosphate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens.
What is Ammonium Phosphate used for?
Manufacturers use ammonium phosphate as a dough conditioner and leavening agent in baked goods like breads and cookies.
Is Ammonium Phosphate safe?
In the U.S., ammonium phosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use ammonium phosphate as a dough conditioner and leavening agent in baked goods like breads and cookies. It helps control acidity and can also act as a nutrient source for yeast.
Health notes
In the U.S., ammonium phosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it. At the levels typically found in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Ammonium phosphate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Ammonium Phosphate
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500kcal
4.5Protein
22.7Fat
68.2Carbs
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