Sodium Aluminum Phosphate Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate
What is Sodium Aluminum Phosphate Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate?
Sodium aluminum phosphate is a leavening acid, meaning it helps baked goods rise. It is a white powder made from sodium, aluminum, and phosphate compounds.
Is Sodium Aluminum Phosphate Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate vegan?
Sodium Aluminum Phosphate 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 Sodium Aluminum Phosphate Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Sodium Aluminum Phosphate Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate used for?
It is used as a leavening agent in baked goods like breads, muffins, and pastries.
Is Sodium Aluminum Phosphate Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate safe?
Sodium aluminum phosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
It is used as a leavening agent in baked goods like breads, muffins, and pastries. It works with baking soda to produce carbon dioxide gas, which makes the product expand and become lighter.
Health notes
Sodium aluminum phosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is used in small amounts and is not known to cause adverse health effects at typical consumption levels. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated it.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
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