Raising Agents: Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate
What is Raising Agents: Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate?
Sodium acid pyrophosphate is a white, powdery chemical compound. It is a salt formed from sodium and pyrophosphoric acid. It is often produced by reacting phosphoric acid with sodium carbonate or sodium hydroxide.
Is Raising Agents: Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate vegan?
Raising Agents: Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Raising Agents: Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Raising Agents: Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate used for?
This ingredient acts as a leavening agent in baked goods.
Is Raising Agents: Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate safe?
Sodium acid pyrophosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
This ingredient acts as a leavening agent in baked goods. When combined with baking soda, it produces carbon dioxide gas, which causes doughs and batters to rise. It is commonly found in cake mixes, pancake mixes, and other baked products.
Health notes
Sodium acid pyrophosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a common leavening acid used in combination with baking soda. JECFA has evaluated sodium acid pyrophosphate and established an acceptable daily intake. No significant health concerns are associated with its typical use in food.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
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