Monocal Cium Phosphate
What is Monocal Cium Phosphate?
Monocalcium phosphate is a chemical compound that is a salt of calcium and phosphoric acid. It is manufactured by reacting calcium carbonate or calcium hydroxide with phosphoric acid. It appears as a white powder or granules.
Is Monocal Cium Phosphate vegan?
Monocal Cium Phosphate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Monocal Cium Phosphate gluten-free?
Monocalcium phosphate is not a major allergen and does not contain gluten.
What is Monocal Cium Phosphate used for?
This ingredient is commonly used as a leavening agent in baked goods like muffins, breads, and cake mixes, helping them rise and become fluffy.
Is Monocal Cium Phosphate safe?
Monocalcium phosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
This ingredient is commonly used as a leavening agent in baked goods like muffins, breads, and cake mixes, helping them rise and become fluffy. It can also act as a dough conditioner, improving texture and stability, and is sometimes used as a nutrient supplement.
Health notes
Monocalcium phosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of calcium and phosphorus, which are essential minerals. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated it and found it acceptable for use. At typical dietary levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Monocalcium phosphate is not a major allergen and does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Monocal Cium Phosphate
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Morrison Milling Co
Pan-Kits Prepared Pancake Mix, Pan-Kits
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
400kcal
7.5Protein
10Fat
67.5Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Coffee Cake Muffins, Coffee Cake
High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 46% DV per serving
420kcal
4.5Protein
22.7Fat
—Carbs
GameChanger Products LLC
Cheese & Herbs Breadsticks, Cheese & Herbs
High in sodium — 22% DV per serving
311kcal
11.1Protein
8.9Fat
44.4Carbs
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