Ingredient

Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate And Sodium Bicarbonate

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
This combination acts as a chemical leavening agent in baked goods. When mixed with …

What is Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate And Sodium Bicarbonate?

Sodium acid pyrophosphate (SAPP) and sodium bicarbonate are chemical compounds often used together. Sodium bicarbonate is baking soda, a common household ingredient. SAPP is a leavening acid that reacts with sodium bicarbonate to produce carbon dioxide gas, which makes baked goods rise.

Is Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate And Sodium Bicarbonate vegan?

Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate And Sodium Bicarbonate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate And Sodium Bicarbonate gluten-free?

They do not contain gluten.

Is Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate And Sodium Bicarbonate a major allergen?

Neither sodium acid pyrophosphate nor sodium bicarbonate are derived from major allergens.

What is Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate And Sodium Bicarbonate used for?

This combination acts as a chemical leavening agent in baked goods.

Is Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate And Sodium Bicarbonate safe?

Sodium acid pyrophosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food additive.

Why it's used

This combination acts as a chemical leavening agent in baked goods. When mixed with moisture and heated, they create gas bubbles that cause doughs and batters to expand. They are frequently found in products like cakes, muffins, pancakes, and biscuits.

Health notes

Sodium acid pyrophosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food additive. The FDA has also affirmed that sodium bicarbonate is GRAS. Both are commonly consumed in foods. JECFA has evaluated sodium acid pyrophosphate and established an acceptable daily intake. EFSA has also evaluated it.

Allergen info

Neither sodium acid pyrophosphate nor sodium bicarbonate are derived from major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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