E442 - Ammonium Phosphatides

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Characteristics: Ammonium phosphatides are stabilizing substances that preserve the viscosity and consistency of food products. The additive has the structure of transparent crystals or white crystalline powder

Characteristic

Ammonium phosphatides are stabilizing substances that preserve the viscosity and consistency of food. The additive has the structure of transparent crystals or white crystalline powder, the smell is of ammonia.

E 442 can be partially used as an emulsifier to facilitate the preparation of various emulsions.

Use

The substance is used as a leavening agent for mixtures and in the production of yeast. Used:

in the manufacture of paper, various fabrics, as an ingredient in the soldering of copper, bronze, zinc, lead;
as a mineral additive and acidity regulator;
as an aqueous solution to stimulate the production of malt and lactic acid;
as an improver in bread production and fruit making; and other.

Impact on humans

The maximum allowable daily dose of the supplement is 80 mg per 1 kg of body weight. Its use in baby and diet foods is prohibited. E 442 may cause allergic reactions and irritation of the mucous membranes.

Foods containing ammonium phosphatides should be avoided by people with stomach ailments and metabolic disorders.

E442 - Ammonium Phosphatides

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Characteristic

Use

Impact on humans

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