Monocalcium Phosphate Sodium Bicarbonate
What is Monocalcium Phosphate Sodium Bicarbonate?
Monocalcium phosphate is a chemical compound that is a source of calcium and phosphate. It is produced by reacting phosphoric acid with calcium carbonate or calcium hydroxide. Sodium bicarbonate, also known as baking soda, is a chemical leavening agent.
Is Monocalcium Phosphate Sodium Bicarbonate vegan?
Monocalcium Phosphate Sodium Bicarbonate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Monocalcium Phosphate Sodium Bicarbonate a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Monocalcium Phosphate Sodium Bicarbonate used for?
These ingredients are often used together as leavening agents in baked goods.
Is Monocalcium Phosphate Sodium Bicarbonate safe?
Monocalcium phosphate and sodium bicarbonate are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as food ingredients.
Why it's used
These ingredients are often used together as leavening agents in baked goods. When combined, they produce carbon dioxide gas, which causes doughs and batters to rise and become light and fluffy. They are commonly found in cake mixes, cookies, biscuits, and other types of baked products.
Health notes
Monocalcium phosphate and sodium bicarbonate are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as food ingredients. They are common sources of calcium and are used in small amounts in many foods. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated these substances. No significant health concerns are associated with typical dietary intake.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Monocalcium Phosphate Sodium Bicarbonate
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Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Buttery Rounds Flavored Baked Crackers, Buttery Rounds
500kcal
6.2Protein
25Fat
62.5Carbs
Brand Castle, LLC
Tie-Dye Cookie Kit
357kcal
7.1Protein
—Fat
85.7Carbs
Countertop Productions, Inc.
Tres Leches Yellow Cake Soaked In Three Milks & Whipped Frosting + Cream Caramel, Tres Leches
High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 58% DV per serving
333kcal
2.8Protein
20.4Fat
37.0Carbs
Byerly Foods International
Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
417kcal
4.2Protein
18.8Fat
62.5Carbs
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