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Is Polyphosphates vegan?

Polyphosphates

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Polyphosphates are a group of inorganic phosphate salts consisting of linear chains of phosphate units, used as emulsifiers, stabilisers, and sequestrants in food products. They are derived from mineral phosphate sources via chemical processing.

Also known as Potassium polyphosphate, Sodium polyphosphate, Sodium tripolyphosphate
INCI name Polyphosphates
E number E452
INS number 452
CAS number 68956-75-2
EC number 273-317-7
CosIng ID 59315
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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