Disodium
What is Disodium?
Disodium is a salt of phosphoric acid, specifically disodium phosphate. It is a white, granular powder that is soluble in water. It is produced synthetically through chemical processes.
Is Disodium vegan?
Disodium is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Disodium gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Disodium a major allergen?
Disodium phosphate is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Disodium used for?
Disodium phosphate is commonly used as a food additive to control acidity and as an emulsifier, helping to blend ingredients like oil and water.
Is Disodium safe?
Disodium phosphate is an authorised food additive in Great Britain, listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations.
Why it's used
Disodium phosphate is commonly used as a food additive to control acidity and as an emulsifier, helping to blend ingredients like oil and water. It can also act as a stabiliser and a texturiser. It is found in a variety of processed foods, including dairy products, baked goods, and meats.
Health notes
Disodium phosphate is an authorised food additive in Great Britain, listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. It has been evaluated by EFSA, which has established an acceptable daily intake (ADI). At typical intake levels found in food, it is generally considered safe. Some studies have suggested potential links between high phosphate intake and health concerns, but evidence is mixed and often relates to high-dose supplements rather than dietary sources.
Allergen info
Disodium 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 Disodium
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