Dipotassium phosphate
What is Dipotassium phosphate?
Dipotassium phosphate is a potassium salt of phosphoric acid. It is manufactured by reacting phosphoric acid with potassium carbonate or potassium hydroxide. It appears as a white powder or granules and is soluble in water.
Is Dipotassium phosphate vegan?
Dipotassium phosphate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Dipotassium phosphate gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Dipotassium phosphate a major allergen?
Dipotassium phosphate is not one of the 14 major allergens that must be emphasised on UK food labels.
What is Dipotassium phosphate used for?
It is used as a food additive, primarily functioning as an acidity regulator, stabiliser, and emulsifier.
Is Dipotassium phosphate safe?
Dipotassium phosphate is an authorised food additive in Great Britain, listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations.
Why it's used
It is used as a food additive, primarily functioning as an acidity regulator, stabiliser, and emulsifier. It helps to control the pH of foods and prevent separation in products like dairy-based beverages and sauces. It is also found in some processed meats and baked goods.
Health notes
Dipotassium phosphate is an authorised food additive in Great Britain, listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. European food safety authorities, including EFSA, have evaluated its safety. JECFA has also evaluated it and set an acceptable daily intake. At typical levels of consumption in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects. It is a source of phosphate, which is essential for bone health and energy metabolism.
Allergen info
Dipotassium phosphate is not one of the 14 major allergens that must be emphasised on UK food labels. It does not contain gluten.
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