Ingredient

Monocalcium Phosphate Leavening

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add monocalcium phosphate to baked goods to help them rise and achieve a …

What it is

Monocalcium phosphate is a chemical compound that acts as a leavening agent. It is made from phosphoric acid and calcium carbonate, often derived from mineral sources. When heated or mixed with moisture and an alkaline substance, it produces carbon dioxide gas, which causes doughs and batters to rise.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add monocalcium phosphate to baked goods to help them rise and achieve a lighter texture. It is commonly found in products like cakes, cookies, muffins, pastries, and bread mixes. It works by reacting with other ingredients to create gas bubbles during baking.

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 and EFSA have evaluated it. At typical dietary intake levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Monocalcium Phosphate Leavening

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Sfb Specialty Foods, Inc. Scones, Apple Oat Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 277kcal 3.1Protein 7.7Fat 46.1Carbs International Commissary Corporation Marie Callender's, Muffin Mix, Cinnamon Apple, Cinnamon Apple Bread & Muffin Mixes 364kcal 6.1Protein 3.0Fat 78.8Carbs Cherryvale Farms Salted Caramel Chocolate Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 330kcal 4.3Protein 15.7Fat 46.1Carbs Cherryvale Farms Birthday Cake Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 339kcal 4.3Protein 13.9Fat 48.7Carbs Cherryvale Farms Brownie In A Minute Mixes, Rich Chocolate Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in saturated fat — 75% DV per serving High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving 330kcal 5.2Protein 17.4Fat 46.1Carbs Fudge Brownies, Fudge Sfb Specialty Foods, Inc. Fudge Brownies, Fudge Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes 406kcal 6.2Protein 12.5Fat —Carbs Sfb Specialty Foods, Inc. Sticky Fingers Bakeries, Premium Mix, Scones, Tart Cherry, Tart Cherry Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes 314kcal 5.9Protein 9.8Fat 49.0Carbs Sticky Fingers Bakeries, Scones Premium Mix, Raspberry, Raspberry Sfb Specialty Foods, Inc. Sticky Fingers Bakeries, Scones Premium Mix, Raspberry, Raspberry Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes 308kcal 5.8Protein 9.6Fat 46.1Carbs Sfb Specialty Foods, Inc. Sticky Fingers Bakeries, Glazed Maple Oat Scones Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 311kcal 4.9Protein 8.2Fat 52.5Carbs Chocolate Moist Cake Mix, Chocolate Smart & Final Iris Corporation Chocolate Moist Cake Mix, Chocolate Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes 372kcal 4.7Protein 3.5Fat 83.7Carbs Smart & Final Iris Corporation White Moist Cake Mix, White Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes 372kcal 4.7Protein 3.5Fat 83.7Carbs Smart & Final Iris Corporation Yellow Moist Cake Mix, Yellow Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes 372kcal 4.7Protein 3.5Fat 83.7Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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