Vitamin & Minerals: Dicalcium Phosphate
What is Vitamin & Minerals: Dicalcium Phosphate?
Dicalcium phosphate is a mineral compound that is a form of calcium and phosphorus. It is produced commercially by reacting calcium carbonate with phosphoric acid. It is commonly found in supplements and fortified foods.
Is Vitamin & Minerals: Dicalcium Phosphate gluten-free?
It is a mineral compound and does not contain gluten.
Is Vitamin & Minerals: Dicalcium Phosphate a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Vitamin & Minerals: Dicalcium Phosphate used for?
Dicalcium phosphate is added to foods as a nutrient supplement, providing calcium and phosphorus.
Is Vitamin & Minerals: Dicalcium Phosphate safe?
Dicalcium phosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient supplement.
Why it's used
Dicalcium phosphate is added to foods as a nutrient supplement, providing calcium and phosphorus. It also functions as a dough conditioner, stabilizer, and anti-caking agent. It is frequently found in baked goods, cereals, and dietary supplements.
Health notes
Dicalcium phosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient supplement. Calcium and phosphorus are essential minerals for bone health. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated dicalcium phosphate and established acceptable daily intakes. High intakes of calcium and phosphorus from supplements may cause gastrointestinal upset in some individuals.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. It is a mineral compound and does not contain gluten.
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