E450 : 27978 products

E450 Diphosphates, Pyrophosphates

E450 Diphosphates, Pyrophosphates Phosphates are the salts of phosphoric acid (E338). Diphosphates perform several functions. In particular, they are humectants. For example, they make it possible to obtain a very juicy ham. They also ensure a homogeneous distribution of the ingredients in an ice cream or dairy product. Recent studies have shown that there is an increase in phosphate levels in the walls of blood vessels in the population. This would be potentially harmful as it would constitute a cardiovascular risk factor, particularly in the case of renal insufficiency. In 2019, the Efsa re-evaluated the safety associated with the consumption of phosphates as an additive and via the general diet. A new ADI, stricter than the previous one, is established for all phosphate intakes, with those coming from food additives contributing 6 to 30% of the total phosphate intake. Thus, in the current state of the authorized doses of use, the estimated exposure levels are likely to exceed the ADI for children and adolescents who are heavy consumers of carrier foods. In addition, the ADI expressed does not cover individuals suffering from moderate to severe renal function disorders. As a reminder, phosphate additives are authorized in more than 100 food applications. The categories contributing most to consumer exposure via additives are primarily bakery and pastry products, but also industrial cheeses and meat products.

Examples of products for use

Certain baby food (biscuits and rusks), drinking milk, dairy products, certain cheeses, butter, ice cream, flour, breakfast cereals, bread products, sauces, shellfish, crustaceans, soft drinks, soups, soups, certain spirits, aperitif biscuits, processed potato products, processed cooked meat, etc..

E450 Diphosphates, Pyrophosphates

Examples of products for use

Products of the theme or category