Sodium Polyphosphate
What is Sodium Polyphosphate?
Sodium polyphosphate is a group of inorganic salts made from sodium and phosphate. It is produced industrially by heating sodium phosphate salts. These compounds are often found in a variety of forms, each with slightly different properties.
Is Sodium Polyphosphate vegan?
Sodium Polyphosphate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Sodium Polyphosphate gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Sodium Polyphosphate a major allergen?
Sodium polyphosphate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is Sodium Polyphosphate used for?
Manufacturers use sodium polyphosphates to help retain moisture, improve texture, and prevent spoilage in foods.
Is Sodium Polyphosphate safe?
In the U.S., sodium polyphosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use sodium polyphosphates to help retain moisture, improve texture, and prevent spoilage in foods. They are commonly found in processed meats, dairy products like cheese, and baked goods. They can also act as emulsifiers, helping to blend ingredients that normally wouldn't mix.
Health notes
In the U.S., sodium polyphosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it and set acceptable daily intakes. Consuming foods with sodium polyphosphate at typical levels is not associated with adverse health effects for most people. Evidence does not suggest significant health concerns at levels typically found in food.
Allergen info
Sodium polyphosphate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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