Sugar Phosphoric Acid
What is Sugar Phosphoric Acid?
Phosphoric acid is a mineral acid that occurs naturally in many foods, including fruits and grains. It is manufactured industrially by burning phosphorus to produce phosphorus pentoxide, which is then reacted with water. It is a clear, colorless liquid with a strong odor and is commonly used in food and beverages.
Is Sugar Phosphoric Acid vegan?
Sugar Phosphoric Acid is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Sugar Phosphoric Acid a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Sugar Phosphoric Acid used for?
Phosphoric acid is primarily used as an acidulant and flavoring agent in beverages, especially colas, to provide a tart taste and act as a preservative.
Is Sugar Phosphoric Acid safe?
Phosphoric acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Phosphoric acid is primarily used as an acidulant and flavoring agent in beverages, especially colas, to provide a tart taste and act as a preservative. It helps to enhance the flavor profile and can also contribute to the beverage's shelf life by lowering the pH.
Health notes
Phosphoric acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. While excessive intake of phosphoric acid, particularly from sodas, has been linked in some studies to lower bone density, other research has not found this association. The WHO has not set a specific guideline for phosphoric acid intake. JECFA has evaluated phosphoric acid and established an acceptable daily intake.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Sugar Phosphoric Acid
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