Ingredient · E450(iii)

Sodium Acid

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Sodium acid pyrophosphate is used as a leavening agent in baked goods like cookies …

What it is

Sodium acid pyrophosphate is a white, crystalline powder. It is a salt made from sodium and phosphoric acid. It is often used in processed foods.

Why it's used

Sodium acid pyrophosphate is used as a leavening agent in baked goods like cookies and cakes, helping them to rise and become fluffy. It also acts as a preservative, preventing discoloration in processed potatoes and seafood.

Health notes

Sodium acid pyrophosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is also approved as a food additive in the EU. JECFA has evaluated it and established an acceptable daily intake. It is not known to cause adverse health effects when consumed in typical amounts found in food.

Allergen info

Sodium acid pyrophosphate is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Sodium Acid

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VICTORIA Victoria, Casino Cookies With Cream, Fresa Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 490kcal 3.9Protein 21.6Fat 72.5Carbs NEW YORK'S ORIGINAL Chocolate Cloud Cookies With Marshmallow Cream Cookies & Biscuits 429kcal 7.1Protein 21.4Fat 50Carbs Frito Lay Twistos Asiago Baked Snack Bites 5.3 Ounce Bag Snacks 464kcal 10.7Protein 17.9Fat 67.9Carbs NOT A BRANDED ITEM S'Mores Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 56% DV per serving 418kcal 2.5Protein 24.1Fat 49.4Carbs Corn Tostadas, Corn LA PENITA Corn Tostadas, Corn Mexican Dinner Mixes 477kcal 7.7Protein 19.7Fat 67.7Carbs ALICORP Victoria, Casino Cookies, Alfajor, Alfajor Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 490kcal 3.9Protein 21.6Fat 72.5Carbs Frito-Lay Company Cracker Jack'D, Snack Mix, Peanut Butter Crunch, Peanut Butter Crunch Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 571kcal 25Protein 35.7Fat 32.1Carbs General Mills, Inc. Mini Cinnamon Crumb Cakes Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 388kcal 3.5Protein 17.6Fat 54.1Carbs Corn Cake Fantasys & Adventures Inc. Corn Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 423kcal 7.7Protein 21.1Fat 50Carbs Aron Streit Inc. Instant Mashed Potatoes, Garlic Vegetable and Lentil Mixes 333kcal 9.5Protein 0Fat 76.2Carbs Schnuck Markets, Inc. Culinaria, Truly Gooey Butter Cake, Lemon, Lemon Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 368kcal 3.5Protein 15.8Fat 56.1Carbs The Kroger Co. Mini Muffins, Lemon Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 396kcal 5.7Protein 20.8Fat 47.2Carbs

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.