E452 — Polyphosphates

Used as: Emulsifying salt

Why is it used?

Polyphosphates is used in food as emulsifying salt.

EU status

Authorised as a food additive in the EU (Regulation 1333/2008).

How it appears on a label

• “E452”
• “Polyphosphates”
• “sodium polyphosphate”

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