Tricalcium phosphate
What is Tricalcium phosphate?
Tricalcium phosphate is a calcium salt of phosphoric acid. It is a white powder that can be sourced from mineral deposits or produced synthetically. It is commonly used as an anti-caking agent and a source of calcium.
Is Tricalcium phosphate gluten-free?
It is not a source of gluten.
Is Tricalcium phosphate a major allergen?
Tricalcium phosphate is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Tricalcium phosphate used for?
Manufacturers add tricalcium phosphate primarily as an anti-caking agent to prevent powders from clumping, ensuring a free-flowing texture in products like dried milk, spices, and baking mixes.
Is Tricalcium phosphate safe?
Tricalcium phosphate is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add tricalcium phosphate primarily as an anti-caking agent to prevent powders from clumping, ensuring a free-flowing texture in products like dried milk, spices, and baking mixes. It also functions as a source of calcium in fortified foods and beverages, and can act as a stabiliser or thickener in certain applications.
Health notes
Tricalcium phosphate is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. European food safety authorities (EFSA) have evaluated it. JECFA (the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives) has also evaluated it and set an acceptable daily intake. It is a source of calcium and phosphate, which are essential minerals for bone health.
Allergen info
Tricalcium phosphate is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. It is not a source of gluten.
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