E541 – Sodium aluminium phosphates
StabiliserDescription
Sodium aluminium phosphate (SALP) is a synthesized food acid salt used primarily as a leavening acid (raising agent), stabilizer, and emulsifier. It functions by reacting slowly with baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) during heating, releasing carbon dioxide. It is classified as an acidulant and buffering agent.
Risks
Contribution to dietary aluminium intake; high chronic exposure linked to neurotoxicity and adverse bone effects