Sodium Phosphate Salt
What is Sodium Phosphate Salt?
Sodium phosphate salts are a group of compounds made from sodium and phosphate. They are produced industrially by reacting phosphoric acid with a sodium source, such as sodium carbonate or sodium hydroxide. These salts can exist in various forms, including monobasic, dibasic, and tribasic.
Is Sodium Phosphate Salt a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Sodium Phosphate Salt used for?
Sodium phosphate salts are used in food as emulsifiers, stabilizers, and acidity regulators.
Is Sodium Phosphate Salt safe?
Sodium phosphate salts are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Sodium phosphate salts are used in food as emulsifiers, stabilizers, and acidity regulators. They help prevent separation in processed cheeses, improve the texture of meats and seafood, and act as leavening agents in baked goods. They are commonly found in processed meats, dairy products, and baked items.
Health notes
Sodium phosphate salts are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are a source of phosphorus, an essential mineral. High intake of phosphorus from all sources can be a concern for individuals with kidney disease. JECFA has evaluated sodium phosphates and established acceptable daily intakes. Regulatory bodies continue to monitor their use.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Sodium Phosphate Salt
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Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
White Meat Chicken Bacon Ranch Sub, White Meat Chicken Bacon Ranch
High in sodium — 56% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving
233kcal
12.3Protein
10.1Fat
24.7Carbs
Taher Inc
Turkey Ranch Club Sliced Turkey, Bacon Strips, Cheddar Cheese, On A Flour Tortilla Wrap, Turkey Ranch Club
High in sodium — 69% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving
299kcal
11.9Protein
17.0Fat
23.7Carbs
Tyson Foods Inc.
The Pub Fully Cooked, Flamebroiled Angus Beef Steaks, Chopped & Formed
High in saturated fat — 42% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving
268kcal
20.2Protein
20.3Fat
0.1Carbs
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