Vitamin And Mineral Blend: Tricalcium Phosphate
What is Vitamin And Mineral Blend: Tricalcium Phosphate?
Tricalcium phosphate is a calcium salt of phosphoric acid. It is manufactured from calcium carbonate (like limestone) and phosphoric acid. It is commonly used as a source of calcium and phosphorus.
Is Vitamin And Mineral Blend: Tricalcium Phosphate vegan?
Vitamin And Mineral Blend: Tricalcium Phosphate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Vitamin And Mineral Blend: Tricalcium Phosphate gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Vitamin And Mineral Blend: Tricalcium Phosphate a major allergen?
Tricalcium phosphate is not derived from any of the 9 major FDA allergens.
What is Vitamin And Mineral Blend: Tricalcium Phosphate used for?
Manufacturers add tricalcium phosphate as an anti-caking agent to keep powders from clumping, and as a nutrient supplement to fortify foods with calcium and phosphorus.
Is Vitamin And Mineral Blend: Tricalcium Phosphate safe?
Tricalcium phosphate is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add tricalcium phosphate as an anti-caking agent to keep powders from clumping, and as a nutrient supplement to fortify foods with calcium and phosphorus. It is often found in powdered drink mixes, baked goods, and snack foods.
Health notes
Tricalcium phosphate is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of essential minerals, calcium and phosphorus, which are important for bone health. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated tricalcium phosphate and found it to be safe for consumption. No significant health controversies are associated with its use at typical dietary levels.
Allergen info
Tricalcium phosphate is not derived from any of the 9 major FDA allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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