And Sodium Aluminum Phosphate
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What is And Sodium Aluminum Phosphate?
Sodium aluminum phosphate is a leavening agent used in baking. It is a synthetic compound made from aluminum, sodium, and phosphorus. It helps baked goods rise by producing carbon dioxide gas when combined with baking soda and moisture.
Is And Sodium Aluminum Phosphate vegan?
And Sodium Aluminum Phosphate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is And Sodium Aluminum Phosphate a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is And Sodium Aluminum Phosphate used for?
Manufacturers add sodium aluminum phosphate to baked goods like cookies, biscuits, and muffins to help them rise and achieve a desirable texture.
Is And Sodium Aluminum Phosphate safe?
Sodium aluminum phosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a leavening agent.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add sodium aluminum phosphate to baked goods like cookies, biscuits, and muffins to help them rise and achieve a desirable texture. It works in conjunction with baking soda to create the leavening effect. It is commonly found in flour mixes and baking powders.
Health notes
Sodium aluminum phosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a leavening agent. JECFA has evaluated it and set an acceptable daily intake. It is not known to have adverse health effects at typical consumption levels. There are no widespread controversies regarding its use.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain And Sodium Aluminum Phosphate
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333kcal
6.7Protein
0Fat
76.7Carbs
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Enriched Yellow Corn Meal Mix, Yellow
333kcal
6.7Protein
3.3Fat
73.3Carbs
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500kcal
5Protein
22.5Fat
65Carbs
Piggly Wiggly Company
White Corn Meal Mix, White
333kcal
6.7Protein
3.3Fat
73.3Carbs
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