Phosphate(E338-E343 E450-E452)
Level 3 — ContestedIn Winter's Dictionary
Phosphate is a emulsifier — Salt of phosphoric acid; emulsifier, texturizer, sequestrant in foods
What it does
Salt of phosphoric acid; emulsifier, texturizer, sequestrant in foods
Where you'll see it
evaporated milk, carbonated beverages, processed meats, cheese, dairy
What the research says
Large amounts can cause kidney damage and adversely affect absorption of other minerals. Chemicals interfering with phosphate action include detergents, magnesium, vitamin D, and aluminum hydroxide.
Benefits
Necessary for parathyroid function, bone metabolism, intestinal absorption
Regulatory status
- US FDA: GRAS
- EU: approved
Sources
- A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): Without sufficient phosphate there is abnormal parathyroid function, bone metabolism, intestinal absorption, malnutrition, and kidney malfunction