Fosfato Monocálcico

O Fosfato MonocálcicoCalcium phosphate, also known as monobasic calcium phosphate, is a phosphorus and calcium salt used primarily in the food industry. In baking, it acts as an acidic leavening agent in chemical leavening agents, contributing to the growth and development of doughs.

When combined with sodium bicarbonate, it promotes the release of carbon dioxide (CO₂), favoring mass growth. It can also be used as a source of calcium and phosphorus in supplements and animal feed.

Benefits

• It contributes to mass growth.
• It acts as a component of chemical leavening agents.
• It helps regulate acidity.
• It contributes to the stability of the formulations.
• It helps in the homogenization of products.
• It can act as a source of calcium and phosphorus.
• It has various applications in the food industry.

Features

• Phosphorus and calcium salt
• Also known as monobasic calcium phosphate
• Identified as E341(i)
• It acts as an acidic leavening agent.
• It can act as an acidity regulator.
• It can act as a stabilizer.
• It can act as a buffer.
• It can act as a fixing agent.
• It can act as an emulsifier.
• It can act as a mineral supplement.
• Available in solid powder or granulated form.
• In combination with sodium bicarbonate, it promotes the release of carbon dioxide (CO₂).

Where to apply

• Bread
• Pasta
• Cookies
• Instant puddings
• Dairy products
• Meat products
• Drinks
• Bakery products
• Chemical leavening agents
• Supplements
• Feeds

Technical information

• Identification: Fosfato Monocálcico — monobasic calcium phosphate
• Synonyms and search terms: Fosfato Monocálcico; Monobasic Calcium Phosphate; Fosfato Monocálcico
• Code: E341(i)
• CAS: 7758-23-8
• Chemical formula: Ca(H₂PO₄)₂
• Physical form / appearance: Solid — powder or granules

Functions and applications

Main function: to act as an acidic leavening agent in chemical leavening agents and as a source of calcium and phosphorus.

Application in baking: In combination with sodium bicarbonate, it promotes the release of carbon dioxide (CO₂), contributing to the growth of dough.

Complementary functions: It can act as a buffer, acidity regulator, stabilizer, emulsifier, fixative agent, and mineral supplement.

Application in supplements and animal feed: Used as a source of calcium and phosphorus.

Frequently Asked Questions

In which formulations can Fosfato Monocálcico be used?

It can be used in breads, pasta, biscuits, baking powder, dairy products, beverages, instant puddings, supplements, and animal feed.

How does Fosfato Monocálcico work in chemical leavening agents?

It acts as an acidic leavening agent. When combined with sodium bicarbonate, it promotes the release of carbon dioxide (CO₂), contributing to the rising of dough.

Can Fosfato Monocálcico be used as a mineral source?

Yes. It can be used as a source of calcium and phosphorus in supplements and animal feed.