Disodium Phospate
What is Disodium Phospate?
Disodium phosphate is a salt made from phosphoric acid. It is produced industrially by reacting phosphoric acid with a sodium base, such as sodium carbonate or sodium hydroxide. It is commonly found in powder form and dissolves easily in water.
Is Disodium Phospate vegan?
Disodium Phospate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Disodium Phospate gluten-free?
Disodium phosphate is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.
What is Disodium Phospate used for?
Manufacturers add disodium phosphate to foods to help control acidity, act as an emulsifier to keep ingredients mixed, and prevent clumping.
Is Disodium Phospate safe?
Disodium phosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add disodium phosphate to foods to help control acidity, act as an emulsifier to keep ingredients mixed, and prevent clumping. It is often used in processed cheeses, dairy products, and pasta dishes to improve texture and stability.
Health notes
Disodium phosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of phosphorus, an essential mineral. Both JECFA and EFSA have evaluated disodium phosphate and found it acceptable for use. High intake of phosphates from all sources can be a concern for individuals with kidney problems.
Allergen info
Disodium phosphate is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Disodium Phospate
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American Outdoor Products, Inc.
Three Cheese Mac & Cheese Cheddar Cheese, Romano Cheese And Parmesan Cheese Elbow Pasta, Three Cheese Mac & Cheese
High in sodium — 29% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
433kcal
20Protein
15Fat
53.3Carbs
Ghirardelli Chocolate Company
Milk Chocolate Caramel
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
500kcal
5.3Protein
26.3Fat
60.5Carbs
CLANCY'S
Cheese Flavored Puffs Snacks, Cheese
536kcal
7.1Protein
32.1Fat
53.6Carbs
Original Herkimer County Cheese Company Inc
Original Herkimer, Chutter, Spread, Asiago Bacon Horseradish, Asiago Bacon Horseradish
High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving
321kcal
14.3Protein
28.6Fat
7.1Carbs
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