Sodium acid pyrophosphate is an edible phosphate that aids in baking fermentation and prevents food discoloration, such as for peeled potatoes.However, due to the acidic nature of sodium acid pyrophosphate, exposure to the human body can be very dangerous and can even lead to severe inflammation ... More>>
Ammonium polyphosphate is used as a food additive, E number e545, used as an emulsifier. Ammonium polyphosphates is also used as a flame retardant and as a fertilizer. As a fire retardant, APP ammonium polyphosphates decompose to form ammonia and phosphoric acid... More>>
Swedish Limit For Phosphates In Detergents Enters Into Force The Swedish Chemicals Agency (KemI) has announced that the content of phosphates in dishwasher detergents will be restricted in Sweden from 1 July 2011. After this date, it will be illegal to sell or supply detergents containing phosphates to consumers if... More>>