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Sodium Pyrophosphate

What is Sodium Pyrophosphate?

Sodium pyrophosphate also known as tetrasodium pyrophosphate or tetrasodium phosphate, is a slightly toxic and mildly irritating colorless transparent crystalline chemical compound. It is often used as a buffering agent, an emulsifier, and a thickening agent in food products.[1]


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Products containing Sodium Pyrophosphate


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Source(s) Derived From

 Chemical (Synthetic) Sources

Natural or Artificial?

 Artificial

References
  1. Sodium pyrophosphate - Wikipedia

Aliases (Also Known As)


 Sodium Diphosphate
Tetra Sodium Pyrophosphate
Tetrasodium Diphosphate
Tetrasodium Phosphate
Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate

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Revision History

Action User Date/Time
Ingredient addedUPC Food SearchJanuary 1, 2009 @ 2:14 AM

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