Category
Sequestrants, stabilizers and emulsifiers.
Description
Salts of sodium/potassium/calcium/ammonium with phosphates are all produced synthetically from the respective carbonates and phosphoric acid.
Occurrence
Synthetic.
Safety
It has recently been determined that phosphate additives in food may harm the health of persons with normal renal function.
Value
Polyphosphates act as Emulsifiers. Without the use of emulsifying salts, such as phosphates, it is impossible to produce stable processed cheese or cheese-based sauces.
Used in
Meat products, processed cheese, fish and seafood, sauces, icing sugar, dried powdered foods, and milk-based drinks.
Global usage
Allowed to use in Europe and the US.
