Ingredient

Less Than 2%: Tricalcium Phosphate

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Role in food

Manufacturers add tricalcium phosphate to foods to prevent clumping, improve texture, and fortify them …

What it is

Tricalcium phosphate is a mineral salt that occurs naturally in animal bones and is also found in milk. It is manufactured by reacting calcium hydroxide with phosphoric acid. It is commonly used as an anti-caking agent and a source of calcium and phosphorus.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add tricalcium phosphate to foods to prevent clumping, improve texture, and fortify them with calcium and phosphorus. It is often found in powdered products like spices, drink mixes, and cheese powders, as well as in some dairy products and baked goods.

Health notes

Tricalcium phosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of essential minerals, calcium and phosphorus, which are important for bone health. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated tricalcium phosphate. At typical dietary levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Tricalcium phosphate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Less Than 2%: Tricalcium Phosphate

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SPARTAN Smartcarb Cultured Lowfat Yogurt Yogurt 41kcal 5.3Protein 1.2Fat 2.4Carbs Conagra Brands BERTOLLI Garlic Shrimp, 24 OZ Dough Based Products / Meals High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 100kcal 3.8Protein 3.2Fat 12.7Carbs McIlhenny Company Smartcarb, Blueberry Yogurt 41kcal 5.3Protein 1.2Fat 2.4Carbs Mizkan America, Inc. Bertolli, Classic Meal For 2, Garlic Shrimp Risotto Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 97kcal 3.8Protein 3.2Fat 12.9Carbs

Ahold USA, Inc. Red Skin Potato Salad, Red Skin Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 200kcal 2.1Protein 14.3Fat 15.7Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Red Skin Potato Salad Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 200kcal 2.1Protein 14.3Fat 15.7Carbs Urban Accents, Incorporated Spicy Chili Lime Seasoning Blend Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Kowalski Companies Inc. Sausage & Pepperoni Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 47% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 238kcal 15.4Protein 12.3Fat 15.4Carbs

Urban Accents, Incorporated Baja Style Shrimp Latin Infused Chili Lime Blend Tangy & Lightly Spicy Seasoning Mix, Baja Style Shrimp Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs

Watkins Incorporated Organic Garlic Salt, Garlic Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs

Stonewall Kitchen, LLC Spicy Chili Lime Seasoning Blend, Spicy Chili Lime Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs McIlhenny Company Smart Carb Cultured Lowfat Dairy Blend, Peach Yogurt 41kcal 5.3Protein 1.2Fat 2.4Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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