Ingredient
Dicalcium Phosphate
What is Dicalcium Phosphate?
Dicalcium Phosphate is a calcium phosphate derivative that is used primarily as a dietary supplement. It is created through the neutralization of phosphoric acid with calcium hydroxide, resulting in a white, odorless powder.
In the food and beverage industry, dicalcium phosphate is used as a dietary calcium supplement and as a tableting agent in fortified foods and dog treats. Scientific evidence generally supports its safety as an additive, and it is typically used to increase the calcium content in foods.
When you encounter dicalcium phosphate on a label, it is generally present to improve nutritional value, particularly in products targeted towards bone health.
Commonly found in: dietary supplements, fortified foods, processed foods, dog treats
Benefits
- May help increase dietary calcium intake, contributing to bone health.
- Used as a safe tableting agent in foods and supplements.
Dicalcium phosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used in accordance with good manufacturing practices.
Research supports its role in bone health due to its calcium content, with no significant negative health findings in typical use.
Dicalcium phosphate is not derived from animals and is considered vegan-friendly.
Scout's take
Calcium source at 94mg (8% DV) plus phosphorus 70mg (6% DV) for bone and cellular health.
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