Additives
Sodium Calcium Polyphosphate (E452III): What It Is and Is It Safe?
Moderate
Stabiliser / Emulsifier
Mixed sodium and calcium polyphosphate salt. Combines the moisture-retention and emulsifying properties of polyphosphates with calcium delivery. Used in processed meats and cheese. Standard cumulative phosphate concerns apply regarding kidney and cardiovascular health.
- Category
- Stabiliser / Emulsifier
- Typically used in
- Processed meats, processed cheese, seafood products
- Regulatory status
- Approved EU/USA/UK. Caution for kidney conditions.
- Concerns flagged
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Cardiovascular concernKidney effects
Sources
Where this comes from
- EFSA (2019) — Re-evaluation of phosphoric acid-phosphates – di-, tri- and polyphosphates (E 338–341, E 343, E 450–452) as food additives https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.2903/j.efsa.2019.5674
Products
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