Diammonium Phosphate
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What it is
Diammonium phosphate is a salt made from ammonia and phosphoric acid. It is a white crystalline powder that dissolves in water. It is produced industrially for use in food.
Why it's used
Diammonium phosphate is used as a dough conditioner and leavening agent in baked goods. It helps yeast produce carbon dioxide, making bread and cakes rise. It is often found in cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes, and frozen dough.
Health notes
Diammonium phosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of phosphorus and nitrogen, which are essential nutrients. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it. It is not associated with significant health concerns when consumed at typical levels found in food.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.
Products containing Diammonium Phosphate
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Pepsico Inc.
Gamesa Saladitas Regular 14.7Oz
414kcal
10.3Protein
10.3Fat
72.4Carbs
Topco Associates, Inc.
3 Cheese Texas Toast
370kcal
10.9Protein
19.6Fat
34.8Carbs
Stater Bros. Markets Inc.
5 Cheese Texas Toast, 5 Cheese
370kcal
10.9Protein
19.6Fat
34.8Carbs
Maplehurst Bakeries, LLC
Sweet Multigrain Rolls
257kcal
11.4Protein
4.3Fat
42.9Carbs
Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc.
Roundy's, Garlic Bread, Original, Original
316kcal
7.0Protein
12.3Fat
43.9Carbs
Jo-Lee Food Products, Inc.
Johnvince Foods, Bits & Bites
High in sodium — 24% DV per serving
440kcal
8Protein
16Fat
68Carbs
Chica Bella, Inc.
Jambalaya With Chicken & Smoked Sausage
High in sodium — 54% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving
95kcal
7.8Protein
4.6Fat
10.6Carbs
Fareway Stores, Inc.
Garlic Texas Toast
400kcal
7.5Protein
22.5Fat
40Carbs
Fareway Stores, Inc.
5 Cheese Texas Toast
370kcal
10.9Protein
19.6Fat
34.8Carbs
Interbake Foods Inc.
Original Chocolate Chip Cookies, Original Chocolate Chip
High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving
515kcal
3.0Protein
27.3Fat
66.7Carbs
Maplehurst Bakeries, LLC
Potato Split Top Dinner Rolls, Potato
250kcal
9.4Protein
3.1Fat
46.9Carbs