Monocalcium Phosphate(E341i)
Level 1 — Generally benignIn Winter's Dictionary
Monocalcium Phosphate is a acidulant — Buffer, leavening agent in self-rising flours, firming agent
Also: Calcium Phosphate Monobasic
What it does
Buffer, leavening agent in self-rising flours, firming agent
Where you'll see it
self-rising flour, baking mixes, canned vegetables, fruit butters, jellies, preserves
Regulatory status
- US FDA: GRAS
- EU: approved
- Notes: FDA allows residues up to 0.75 parts per 100 parts flour
Sources
- A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): Buffer and neutralizing additive in self-rising cereal flours or meals