Description

Phosphates are inorganic salts of phosphoric acid.

They are used in the food industry as:

• acidulants
• flavors
• gel accelerants
• precipitants
• ion-exchange agents

In particular, phosphates in the food sector improve:

• the flavor of cola beverages
• the structure of a frankfurter
• the hydration of meats
• the leavening of bakery products
• the softness of the cheese

They are also used in:

• Agriculture as fertilizer
• Detergents

Phosphates studies

Molecular Formula: O₄P^-3

Molecular Weight: 94.97 g/mol

UNII: NK08V8K8HR

CAS: 14265-44-2

EC Number: 604-302-9

FEMA Number:

Synonyms:

• phosphate
• orthophosphate
• Phosphate ion
• Phosphates
• Phosphate ions
• tetraoxophosphate(V)
• tetraoxophosphate(3-)
• Phosphoric acid trianion
• tetraoxidophosphate(3-)
• phosphoric acid, ion(3-)