Is Bone Phosphate vegan?

Bone Phosphate

Not Vegan

Bone phosphate (E542) is an edible bone phosphate manufactured from animal bones, used as an anti-caking agent in food and cosmetic applications.

Also known as Bone ash, Edible bone phosphate, Tribasic calcium phosphate from bone
Vegan alternatives Calcium Phosphates
E number E542
Last reviewed 16 April 2026

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