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Ammonium Phosphatides

Also known as: E442, Mixed ammonium salts of phosphorylated glycerides, Emulsifier YN, Ammonium phosphatide

Low concern

EFSA re-evaluated E442 in 2014 and confirmed an ADI of 30 mg/kg bw/day; not authorized as a direct additive in the US but considered low-risk at permitted EU levels.

Found in
287 products
E-number
E442
Type
emulsifier

What it is

Ammonium phosphatides (E442) are emulsifiers derived from glycerol, phosphoric acid, ammonia, and edible oils, used primarily in chocolate.

Emulsifier; reduces viscosity in chocolate.

What regulators actually say

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Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Not listed as a direct food additive in the US

European Union — EFSA

Approved as E442 with ADI 30 mg/kg bw/day

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