Is Monocalcium Phosphate vegan?
Monocalcium Phosphate
Monocalcium phosphate, also known as monobasic calcium phosphate or monocalcium orthophosphate, is an inorganic compound produced from calcium and phosphoric acid. It is used as a leavening agent in baking, a food additive, and a calcium supplement.
| Also known as | Acid calcium phosphate, calcium bis(dihydrogen phosphate), Calcium dihydrogen phosphate, Monobasic calcium phosphate, Monocalcium orthophosphate |
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| E number | E341(i) |
| INS number | 341(i) |
| CAS number | 7758-23-8 |
| EC number | 231-837-1 |
| Last reviewed | 14 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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