AdditivesE451 - Triphosphates
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E451 - Triphosphates
Open Food Facts additive identifier: en:e451
EmulsifierHumectantSequestrantStabiliserThickener
Vegan
Yes
Vegetarian
Yes
Risk Level
High
Description
Sodium triphosphate (STP), also sodium tripolyphosphate (STPP), or tripolyphosphate (TPP),) is an inorganic compound with formula Na5P3O10. It is the sodium salt of the polyphosphate penta-anion, which is the conjugate base of triphosphoric acid. It is produced on a large scale as a component of many domestic and industrial products, especially detergents. Environmental problems associated with eutrophication are attributed to its widespread use.
Sources
EFSA Evaluation
Re‐evaluation of phosphoric acid–phosphates – di‐, tri‐ and polyphosphates -E 338–341, E 343, E 450–452- as food additives and the safety of proposed extension of use
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