Ingredient

Sodium Aluminum Phosphate Acidic

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
It is used as a leavening agent in baked goods like cakes and muffins, …

What is Sodium Aluminum Phosphate Acidic?

Sodium aluminum phosphate is a white powder made from aluminum and sodium salts of phosphoric acid. It is often produced industrially by reacting aluminum hydroxide with phosphoric acid and sodium hydroxide.

Is Sodium Aluminum Phosphate Acidic vegan?

Sodium Aluminum Phosphate Acidic is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Sodium Aluminum Phosphate Acidic gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Sodium Aluminum Phosphate Acidic a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is Sodium Aluminum Phosphate Acidic used for?

It is used as a leavening agent in baked goods like cakes and muffins, helping them to rise and achieve a desirable texture.

Is Sodium Aluminum Phosphate Acidic safe?

In the U.S., sodium aluminum phosphate is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a leavening agent and emulsifier.

Why it's used

It is used as a leavening agent in baked goods like cakes and muffins, helping them to rise and achieve a desirable texture. It can also act as an emulsifier and a stabilizer in processed foods.

Health notes

In the U.S., sodium aluminum phosphate is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a leavening agent and emulsifier. International bodies like JECFA have also evaluated it. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Sodium Aluminum Phosphate Acidic

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Banana Nut Loaded With Real Bananas And Crunchy Walnuts Muffins, Banana Nut Bi-Lo Inc. Banana Nut Loaded With Real Bananas And Crunchy Walnuts Muffins, Banana Nut Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in added sugars — 46% DV per serving 407kcal 5.3Protein 23.9Fat 43.4Carbs Sausage, Egg & Cheese On a Biscuit Tyson Foods Inc. Sausage, Egg & Cheese On a Biscuit Meat/Poultry/Other Animals Sausages - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 37% DV per serving 359kcal 9.4Protein 27.1Fat 19.5Carbs Bacon, Egg & Cheese On A Biscuit Tyson Foods Inc. Bacon, Egg & Cheese On A Biscuit Meat/Poultry/Other Animals - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 42% DV per serving 324kcal 10Protein 20Fat 26Carbs Biscuit Stacker Sausage, Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit Sandwich Tyson Foods Inc. Biscuit Stacker Sausage, Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit Sandwich Meat/Poultry/Other Animals - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 36% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 48% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 29% DV per serving 338kcal 10.1Protein 20.9Fat 27.5Carbs Double Sausage Biscuit With American Cheese Tyson Foods Inc. Double Sausage Biscuit With American Cheese Meat/Poultry/Other Animals - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 38% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 53% DV per serving 360kcal 9.8Protein 24.0Fat 26.2Carbs Southern Style Chicken Biscuit Tyson Foods Inc. Southern Style Chicken Biscuit Meat/Poultry/Other Animals - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 290kcal 9.4Protein 14.5Fat 30.5Carbs Sausage Biscuit Tyson Foods Inc. Sausage Biscuit Meat/Poultry/Other Animals Sausages - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 69% DV per serving 403kcal 7.3Protein 30.0Fat 26Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Sliced Loaf, Cinnamon Swirl Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 348kcal 4.3Protein 15.2Fat 47.8Carbs Bi-Lo Inc. Chocolate Chip Muffins, Chocolate Chip Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 66% DV per serving 381kcal 4.4Protein 18.6Fat 50.4Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Triple Chocolate Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 382kcal 4.0Protein 19.7Fat 48.7Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Triple Chocolate Sliced Loaf Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 378kcal 4.4Protein 22.2Fat 48.9Carbs Tyson Foods Inc. Hot & Spicy Sausage On a Biscuit Meat/Poultry/Other Animals Sausages - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving 389kcal 7.7Protein 27.9Fat 26.8Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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