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Sodium Triphosphate

What is Sodium Triphosphate?

Sodium triphosphate (STPP) is the sodium salt of the polyphosphate penta-anion, which is the conjugate base of triphosphoric acid. [1]

How is Sodium Triphosphate Used in Food?

Sodium triphosphate is used as a preservative and emulsifier for various types of seafood, meats, poultry, and animal feeds. [1]



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Products containing Sodium Triphosphate


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Source(s) Derived From

 Chemical (Synthetic) Sources

Sodium tripolyphosphate is produced by heating a stoichiometric mixture of disodium phosphate, Na2HPO4, and monosodium phosphate, NaH2PO4, under carefully controlled conditions. [1]

Natural or Artificial?

 Artificial

References

  1. Sodium triphosphate - Wikipedia

Aliases (Also Known As)

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Revision History

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Ingredient addedGuestsJune 11, 2018 @ 2:13 PM

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