Dimagnesium phosphate
What is Dimagnesium phosphate?
Dimagnesium phosphate is a mineral salt that occurs naturally in the body and is also found in some foods. It can be produced synthetically for use as a food additive. It is a white, odourless powder.
Is Dimagnesium phosphate vegan?
Dimagnesium phosphate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Dimagnesium phosphate gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Dimagnesium phosphate a major allergen?
Dimagnesium phosphate is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Dimagnesium phosphate used for?
Dimagnesium phosphate is used as a nutrient supplement, providing magnesium and phosphate.
Is Dimagnesium phosphate safe?
Dimagnesium phosphate is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations.
Why it's used
Dimagnesium phosphate is used as a nutrient supplement, providing magnesium and phosphate. It can also function as an anti-caking agent, preventing powders from clumping together. It is found in dietary supplements and some fortified food products.
Health notes
Dimagnesium phosphate is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. It is used as a source of magnesium and phosphate, which are essential minerals for health. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has evaluated magnesium compounds, and they have been found to be safe when used as permitted. JECFA has also evaluated it and set an acceptable daily intake.
Allergen info
Dimagnesium phosphate is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Dimagnesium phosphate
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