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Acid Sodium Pyrophosphate (E450(a))

Also Known As : Disodium pyrophosphate

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It can be slightly bitter aftertaste.

Usage Tips

  1. Acid Sodium Pyrophosphate (E450(a)) can be used as a leavening agent in baking, in different kinds of breads.
  2. It can also be used to prevent discolouration of food. It can be used in frozen hash browns and other potato products to protect potatoes from turning brown.

Description

Acid Sodium Pyrophosphate (E450(a)) is an inorganic compound that consists of sodium cations and pyrophosphate anion. It is an odorless white, water-soluble solid that serves as a buffering and chelating agent. It is used as a food additive in the form of a preservative as well. It is widely popular as leavening agent found in baking powders.

Note

Consumption of Acid Sodium Pyrophosphate (E450(a)) can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, skin rash and depletion of minerals. It may also cause kidney damage and toxin build-up.(1)

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