Ingredient · E450

Sodium Acid Pyrophoshate

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
This ingredient is often used as a leavening agent in baked goods like cakes …

What it is

Sodium acid pyrophosphate is a white, crystalline powder. It is a salt made from sodium and pyrophosphoric acid. It is often produced by heating sodium phosphate.

Why it's used

This ingredient is often used as a leavening agent in baked goods like cakes and biscuits, helping them to rise. It can also be found in processed meats and seafood, where it helps to retain moisture and improve texture.

Health notes

Sodium acid pyrophosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of phosphorus, an essential mineral. High phosphorus intake from all sources can be a concern for individuals with kidney disease. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated this substance. Evidence does not suggest adverse effects at typical dietary intake levels.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Sodium Acid Pyrophoshate

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Carol Lawrence Galleries Grands Homestyle, Reduced Fat Golden Wheat, 8 Big Biscuits Crusts & Dough High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 279kcal 4.9Protein 7.4Fat 47.5Carbs Whittlestone, Inc. Crispy Battered 2 Cod Fillets & Chips, Crispy Battered Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 183kcal 5.7Protein 8Fat 22Carbs Xcell International Corp Mummy Cookie Kit Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes 529kcal 5.9Protein 0Fat 118Carbs 7-Eleven, Inc. Old Fashion Sour Cream Donut Holes, Old Fashion Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving 614kcal 3.5Protein 28.1Fat 54.4Carbs Trans-Global Products Inc. Fully Pasteurized Lump Crabmeat Canned Seafood High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 107kcal 23.8Protein 1.2Fat 0Carbs Popcorn Farm Raised Shrimp, Popcorn Fishin' Company Popcorn Farm Raised Shrimp, Popcorn Frozen Fish & Seafood 317kcal 8.8Protein 21.2Fat 22.9Carbs Diaz Foods Burrito Grande Flour Tortillas, Burrito Grande Mexican Dinner Mixes High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 289kcal 7.9Protein 10.5Fat 40.8Carbs Alaska Pollock Fillet Squares In Our Crisp Bubbly Batter Whittlestone, Inc. Alaska Pollock Fillet Squares In Our Crisp Bubbly Batter Frozen Fish & Seafood 239kcal 10.6Protein 15.9Fat 12.4Carbs Whittlestone, Inc. Wild Caught 4 Pollock Fillets In Our Crispy Batter Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 230kcal 11Protein 14Fat 16Carbs Whittlestone, Inc. Signature 2 Wild Caught Pollock Fillets, In Our Crispy Sea Salt & Malt Vinegar Batter Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 250kcal 10Protein 16.9Fat 14.4Carbs Tasty Baking Company Banana Layer Cakes With Vanilla Creme Filling, Banana Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 410kcal 3.9Protein 19.2Fat 57.7Carbs Northern Tier Bakery LLC Cinnamon Mini Donuts, Cinnamon Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving 375kcal 5.7Protein 17.1Fat 48.9Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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