Ingredient

Moncalcium Phosphate

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Monocalcium phosphate is often used as a leavening agent in baked goods like cakes …

What it is

Monocalcium phosphate is a chemical compound made from calcium, phosphorus, and oxygen. It is produced industrially by reacting calcium carbonate with phosphoric acid. It is a white powder or granular solid.

Why it's used

Monocalcium phosphate is often used as a leavening agent in baked goods like cakes and cupcakes. It reacts with baking soda to produce carbon dioxide gas, which makes the product rise. It can also be found in some processed meats and dairy products.

Health notes

Monocalcium phosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in food. It is a source of calcium and phosphorus, which are essential nutrients. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it. No significant health concerns are associated with typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Monocalcium phosphate is not one of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Moncalcium Phosphate

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Waggoner Chocolates Truffle Fudge Chocolate High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 500kcal 3.6Protein 28.6Fat 60.7Carbs Waggoner Chocolates Peanut Butter Egg Chocolate Candy High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 571kcal 14.3Protein 35.7Fat 46.4Carbs Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake Mix, Sticky Toffee Pudding H E Butt Grocery Company Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake Mix, Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving 318kcal 4.5Protein 0Fat 79.5Carbs Chocolate Pb Pretzel Level-1 High Quality Protein Bar, Chocolate 1st Phorm Chocolate Pb Pretzel Level-1 High Quality Protein Bar, Chocolate Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving —kcal 32.8Protein 14.8Fat 41.0Carbs Taste Traditions of Omaha, LLC Beef Enchiladas Other Deli High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 193kcal 8.3Protein 7.6Fat 22.8Carbs Egg, Potato, Cheese Sauce & Sausage Breakfast Wraps, Egg, Potato, Cheese Sauce & Sausage Camino Real Foods, Inc. Egg, Potato, Cheese Sauce & Sausage Breakfast Wraps, Egg, Potato, Cheese Sauce & Sausage Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 230kcal 5.9Protein 9.3Fat 29.9Carbs Publix Super Markets, Inc. Signature Tiramisu Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in added sugars — 50% DV per serving 330kcal 4.3Protein 16.0Fat 35.1Carbs Publix Super Markets, Inc. Caramel & Cream Cake, Caramel & Cream Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in added sugars — 52% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 287kcal 3.2Protein 13.8Fat 30.9Carbs Publix Super Markets, Inc. Pumpkin & Cream Cake, Pumpkin & Cream Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 68% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 340kcal 3.2Protein 14.9Fat 39.4Carbs Tyson Foods Inc. AdvancePierre Blue Label Raw Breaded Texas Style Country Fried Beef Steak Fritters Meat/Poultry/Other Animals - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 29% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 28% DV per serving 258kcal 10.0Protein 13.9Fat 22.2Carbs Tyson Foods Inc. AdvancePierre Blue Label Raw Breaded Texas Style Country Fried Beef Steak Fritters Meat/Poultry/Other Animals - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 29% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 28% DV per serving 258kcal 10.0Protein 13.9Fat 22.2Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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