Ingredient

Phosphoric

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Phosphoric acid is used as an acidity regulator and flavoring agent in foods and …

What it is

Phosphoric acid is a mineral acid that occurs naturally in many foods, including fruits and grains. It is manufactured industrially for use in food and beverages. It is a colorless, odorless liquid or crystalline solid.

Why it's used

Phosphoric acid is used as an acidity regulator and flavoring agent in foods and beverages. It provides a tart or sour taste. It is commonly found in soft drinks, particularly colas, as well as in processed cheeses and meats.

Health notes

Phosphoric acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food additive. It is a component of bone and teeth and plays a role in energy metabolism. Some studies suggest a link between high intake of phosphoric acid, particularly from sodas, and reduced bone mineral density, but evidence is mixed. JECFA has evaluated phosphoric acid and its salts and established an acceptable daily intake.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Phosphoric

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Sunshine Growers, Inc. White Bean Hummus Dips & Salsa 233kcal 6.7Protein 15Fat 16.7Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Wegmans, Small Curd Cottage Cheese, Pineapple, Pineapple Cheese 88kcal 8.0Protein 0Fat 14.2Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Small Curd Cottage Cheese Cheese 71kcal 9.7Protein 0.9Fat 5.3Carbs Wegmans, Cottage Cheese Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Wegmans, Cottage Cheese Cheese 62kcal 9.7Protein 0Fat 5.3Carbs Wells Enterprises, Inc. Ice Cream, Hippity Hop Berry Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 219kcal 2.7Protein 11.0Fat 30.1Carbs Mooresville Ice Cream LLC Carolina Churned Ice Cream, Caroline's Coffee & Caramel, Caroline's Coffee & Caramel Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 153kcal 2.5Protein 8.5Fat 17.8Carbs Asael Farr & Sons Company Farr Better, Frozen Custard, Black Raspberry, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving 243kcal 4.7Protein 13.1Fat 27.1Carbs Walgreens Co. Hummus With Pita Chips Snack Pack, Roasted Red Pepper Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 221kcal 7.1Protein 10.6Fat 26.6Carbs Hmb, Inc. Corn Tortillas Mexican Dinner Mixes 215kcal 11.5Protein 1.9Fat 46.1Carbs Mediterranean Hummus International Auto Concepts Mediterranean Hummus Dips & Salsa 233kcal 10Protein 13.3Fat 20Carbs Lovin' Scoopful LLC Lovin, Gourmet Light Ice Cream Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt 194kcal 3.2Protein 5.7Fat 33.9Carbs Lovin' Scoopful LLC Gourmet Light Ice Cream, Rockin' Raspberry Cheesecake Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt 177kcal 3.2Protein 4.8Fat 30.6Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.