Sodium Tripolyphosphate

Sodium Tripolyphosphate

Sodium tripolyphosphate (food additive E451) is the sodium salt of tripolyphosphoric acid. White crystalline powder or granules, well soluble in water

Formula

Has complexing, emulsifying and stabilizing properties, retains moisture in products.

Na₅P₃O₁₀

Application

meat processing — retains moisture, improves consistency; dairy — stabilizer in cheeses; bakery — improves dough structure.