Ingredient

Calcium Acid Pyrophosphate

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Role in food

Manufacturers use calcium acid pyrophosphate as a leavening agent in baked goods. It reacts …

What it is

Calcium acid pyrophosphate is a white, powdery mineral compound. It is made by heating calcium phosphate, often derived from rock phosphate or bone meal, with phosphoric acid. This process creates a salt that is insoluble in water.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use calcium acid pyrophosphate as a leavening agent in baked goods. It reacts with baking soda to produce carbon dioxide gas, which makes doughs and batters rise. It is commonly found in products like muffins, biscuits, pancakes, and cake mixes.

Health notes

In the U.S., calcium acid pyrophosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. It serves as a source of calcium and phosphorus. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated it, and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has also assessed its safety. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at typical dietary intake levels.

Allergen info

Calcium acid pyrophosphate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Calcium Acid Pyrophosphate

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FRESH & EASY Muffin Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 40% DV per serving 418kcal 5.9Protein 21.8Fat 51.8Carbs

FRESH & EASY Biscuit Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 347kcal 8Protein 20Fat 33.3Carbs FRESH & EASY Biscuit Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 320kcal 5.3Protein 16Fat 38.7Carbs

FRESH & EASY Jalapeno Corn Biscuits Breads & Buns High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 343kcal 7.1Protein 15.7Fat 42.9Carbs ORIGINAL TWO-BITE Vanilla Bean Scones Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 403kcal 4.8Protein 17.7Fat 53.2Carbs TWO-BITE Blueberry Original Scones, Blueberry Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 377kcal 4.9Protein 16.4Fat 52.5Carbs TWO-BITE Lemon Poppyseed Scones Snack, Lemon Poppyseed Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 393kcal 4.9Protein 18.0Fat 52.5Carbs Conagra Brands KID CUISINE Pizza Painter Cheese Pizza Frozen Meal With Corn and Fudge Brownie, 7.45 oz. Savoury Bakery Products High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 213kcal 7.1Protein 6.2Fat 32.2Carbs

THE WORTHY CRUMB PASTRY CO. Artisan Pumpkin Spice Scones, Pumpkin Spice Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving 360kcal 5.3Protein 14.7Fat 48Carbs

TWO-BITE Caramel Toffee Scones, Caramel Toffee Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 410kcal 4.9Protein 18.0Fat 54.1Carbs LIDL Raspberry Danish, Raspberry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 318kcal 4.5Protein 12.1Fat 43.9Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. Chocolate Brownies, Chocolate Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in added sugars — 48% DV per serving 437kcal 4.2Protein 23.9Fat 54.9Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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