Ingredient

And Disodium Dihydrogen Pyrophosphate

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
This ingredient is used as a leavening agent, helping baked goods and fried foods …

This entry is a label phrase. See the main ingredient page: Disodium Dihydrogen Pyrophosphate.

What is And Disodium Dihydrogen Pyrophosphate?

Disodium dihydrogen pyrophosphate is a salt made from phosphoric acid. It is a white powder that dissolves in water. It is often produced industrially by heating sodium acid pyrophosphate.

Is And Disodium Dihydrogen Pyrophosphate vegan?

And Disodium Dihydrogen Pyrophosphate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is And Disodium Dihydrogen Pyrophosphate gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is And Disodium Dihydrogen Pyrophosphate a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is And Disodium Dihydrogen Pyrophosphate used for?

This ingredient is used as a leavening agent, helping baked goods and fried foods rise.

Is And Disodium Dihydrogen Pyrophosphate safe?

Disodium dihydrogen pyrophosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.

Why it's used

This ingredient is used as a leavening agent, helping baked goods and fried foods rise. It also acts as a stabilizer and emulsifier, preventing separation in processed foods. It is commonly found in frozen potatoes, baked goods, and processed cheeses.

Health notes

Disodium dihydrogen pyrophosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is used in small amounts and is not associated with adverse health effects at typical consumption levels. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it. There are no widespread controversies regarding its use in food.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.

Foods that contain And Disodium Dihydrogen Pyrophosphate

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Glacier Gold, Hash Brown Patties Glacier Sales Inc. Glacier Gold, Hash Brown Patties French Fries, Potatoes & Onion Rings 217kcal 1.7Protein 10Fat 28.3Carbs Steak Fries French Fried Potatoes, Steak Fries Supervalu, Inc. Steak Fries French Fried Potatoes, Steak Fries French Fries, Potatoes & Onion Rings 129kcal 2.4Protein 2.4Fat 23.5Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Weis, Hash Brown Potato Patties French Fries, Potatoes & Onion Rings 217kcal 1.7Protein 13.3Fat 28.3Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. French Fried Potatoes French Fries, Potatoes & Onion Rings 141kcal 2.4Protein 4.1Fat 24.7Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. French Fried Potatoes French Fries, Potatoes & Onion Rings 129kcal 2.4Protein 2.4Fat 23.5Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Fried Potatoes Frozen Prepared Sides 188kcal 2.4Protein 8.2Fat 24.7Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Hash Brown Fried Potatoes French Fries, Potatoes & Onion Rings 153kcal 2.4Protein 4.7Fat 24.7Carbs Big Y Foods, Inc. Hashbrown Potato Patties French Fries, Potatoes & Onion Rings 200kcal 1.7Protein 11.7Fat 25Carbs Supervalu, Inc. Crinkle Cut Fries French Fried Potatoes French Fries, Potatoes & Onion Rings 129kcal 2.4Protein 4.1Fat 23.5Carbs Supervalu, Inc. Crinkle Fries French Fried Potatoes, Crinkle Fries French Fries, Potatoes & Onion Rings 129kcal 2.4Protein 4.1Fat 23.5Carbs Supervalu, Inc. Classic Fries French Fried Potatoes, Classic Fries French Fries, Potatoes & Onion Rings 129kcal 2.4Protein 2.4Fat 23.5Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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