Ingredient · E339, E340, E341, E343, E450, E451, E452

Potassium And Sodium Phosphates

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Role in food

Manufacturers use potassium and sodium phosphates to help retain moisture, improve texture, and prevent …

What it is

Potassium and sodium phosphates are mineral compounds that occur naturally in the body and in foods. They are produced industrially by reacting phosphoric acid with potassium or sodium compounds. These salts are used to help maintain pH, add moisture, and improve texture in foods.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use potassium and sodium phosphates to help retain moisture, improve texture, and prevent spoilage in processed meats like pepperoni and salami, as well as in frozen dinners and appetizers. They act as emulsifiers, stabilizers, and acidity regulators.

Health notes

Potassium and sodium phosphates are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated these phosphates and established an acceptable daily intake. While phosphates are essential minerals, excessive intake from all sources, particularly processed foods, has been linked in some research to potential negative health effects, though evidence is mixed and ongoing.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Potassium And Sodium Phosphates

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Conagra Brands HEALTHY CHOICE Chicken Margarita Cafe Steamers, 40 OZ Dough Based Products / Meals High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 110kcal 6.7Protein 2.8Fat 14.1Carbs Conagra Brands MARIE CALLENDERS Turkey with Stuffing Dinners, 14 OZ Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 48% DV per serving 73kcal 5.0Protein 1.8Fat 9.3Carbs Conagra Brands HEALTHY CHOICE Slow Roasted Turkey, 9 OZ Vegetable Based Products / Meals High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 71kcal 5.5Protein 2.4Fat 7.1Carbs Conagra Brands HEALTHY CHOICE Chicken Marinara Cafe Steamers, 40 OZ Dough Based Products / Meals High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 99kcal 7.1Protein 1.6Fat 13.4Carbs The Hillshire Brands Company Wisconsin Three Cheese Beef Smoked Sausage Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 321kcal 16.1Protein 26.8Fat 3.6Carbs Fair Market, Inc. Boneless Chicken Wings Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 54% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 336kcal 15.9Protein 19.5Fat 23.9Carbs Fair Market, Inc. Buffalo Style Boneless Wings Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 50% DV per serving 282kcal 10.6Protein 16.5Fat 22.4Carbs Lower Foods, Inc. Oven Roasted Turkey Breast Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 107kcal 17.9Protein 1.2Fat 5.4Carbs The Hillshire Brands Company Hickory Smoked Turkey Applewood Smoked Bacon And Sharp Cheddar Cheese On A Honey Wheat Bun Sandwiches, Hickory Smoked Turkey Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 223kcal 14.6Protein 6.9Fat 26.1Carbs Sara Lee Foods Hickory Smoked Turkey Breast Sandwich Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 218kcal 15.7Protein 7.5Fat 23.1Carbs The Hillshire Brands Company Ultra Thin Oven Roasted Turkey Breast Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts 107kcal 17.9Protein 0.9Fat 3.6Carbs The Hillshire Brands Company BBQ Seasoned Chicken Breast Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts 125kcal 19.6Protein 1.8Fat 7.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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