Comparing E342 - Ammonium phosphate vs E510 - Ammonium chloride
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What is the formula for ammonium phosphate?
For E342, the ammonium phosphates used are monoammonium phosphate (NH4H2PO4) and diammonium phosphate ((NH4)2HPO4); the fully neutral (NH4)3PO4 is unstable and not typically used in foods.
Is monoammonium phosphate toxic?
It has low toxicity and is permitted as a food additive; within the group ADI for phosphates (e.g., EFSA: 40 mg phosphorus/kg body weight/day), normal food uses are considered safe. Very high intakes can disturb mineral balance, and people with kidney disease should manage phosphate intake.
Is ammonium phosphate toxic?
At permitted food levels, ammonium phosphates (E342) are considered safe, with a group ADI for phosphates set by EFSA at 40 mg phosphorus/kg body weight/day. Excessive intake may affect mineral balance and is a concern for those with impaired kidney function.
Is ammonium phosphate soluble in water?
Yes—both monoammonium and diammonium phosphate are readily soluble in water.
Is ammonium chloride an acid?
No; it's a salt (NH4Cl) of a strong acid and a weak base, but its water solutions are mildly acidic (typically around pH 5–6).
Is ammonium chloride soluble in water?
Yes—ammonium chloride is readily soluble in water, forming a clear, mildly acidic solution.
Is ammonium chloride the same as ammonia?
No; ammonia is NH3 (a gas/aqueous base), while ammonium chloride is a crystalline salt composed of the ammonium ion (NH4+) and chloride.
What is ammonium chloride used for?
As a food additive (E510) it serves as an acidity regulator, dough conditioner/yeast nutrient, and provides the characteristic taste in salty licorice; it can also support fermentation in some processes.
Does ammonium chloride kill mold?
No; it is not used or authorized as an antifungal preservative in foods—its permitted uses are for acidity regulation, processing, and flavoring rather than mold control.