Additives
Dipotassium Phosphate (E340II): What It Is and Is It Safe?
Moderate
Acidity Regulator / Emulsifier
The di-basic potassium salt of phosphoric acid (K₂HPO₄). Used as an emulsifying salt in non-dairy creamers and processed cheese, and as a buffering agent. Same phosphate concerns apply; potassium content is additionally relevant for people with kidney disease or on potassium-restricted diets.
- Category
- Acidity Regulator / Emulsifier
- Typically used in
- Non-dairy coffee creamers, processed cheese, sports nutrition products
- Regulatory status
- Approved EU/USA/UK. Caution with high phosphate and potassium intake.
- Also listed as
- Dipotassium Hydrogen Phosphate
- Concerns flagged
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Cardiovascular concernKidney effects
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Sources
Where this comes from
- EFSA (2019) — Re-evaluation of phosphoric acid-phosphates – di-, tri- and polyphosphates (E 338–341, E 343, E 450–452) as food additives https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.2903/j.efsa.2019.5674
Products
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