Emulsifier · EU 451
Pentapotassium Triphosphate
FDA status: Approved. EU: Approved. No U.S. state has enacted a specific ban yet.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Pentapotassium Triphosphate is FDA-approved, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it independently of federal policy. Its composite safety score is 4 out of 5 (Low Risk), and the European Union separately classifies it as approved.
The verdict
Pentapotassium Triphosphate is FDA-approved, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it.
- 4/5
- Low Risk
- Approved
- FDA status
- Approved
- EU status
- 0
- state regulations
E-number regulatory snapshot
Pentapotassium Triphosphate: no OFF product match; EU code 451 is the standout identifier.
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| E-Number | 451 | EU additive register |
| FDA Status | Approved | FDA SAFFA |
| EU Status | Approved | EC 1333/2008 |
| CAS Number | - | CAS Registry |
| Category | Emulsifier | FDA functional class |
| Composite Safety Score | 4 / 5 (Low Risk) | PlainIngredients methodology |
| EFSA ADI | Not established | EFSA scientific opinion |
| U.S. State Actions | 0 states | State legislative records |
| Tracked Products | Not yet tracked | Open Food Facts (US) |
Values reflect official agency classifications as published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the European Union's regulatory framework. See our methodology for scoring details.
What is Pentapotassium Triphosphate?
Pentapotassium Triphosphate is a food additive (451) classified as emulsifier.
Health Concerns
- Flagged by ANSES (French food safety agency) as additive of interest
Common Uses
Catalog-profile peer axes
Nationwide catalog-profile peers for Pentapotassium Triphosphate
Product-count (0) and safety-score (4/5) peer columns, disjoint link sets.
Score 4/5 peers (≥50 OFF products)
Nearest other additives by PlainIngredients safety score (floored at ≥50 tracked products), distinct from the count row.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pentapotassium Triphosphate safe to consume?
Pentapotassium Triphosphate scores 4/5 (Low Risk). FDA status is Approved. No OFF product match yet; EU additive code 451 is the standout identifier on this row.
What is Pentapotassium Triphosphate used for in food?
Pentapotassium Triphosphate (451) is catalogued for Sauces, dressings, baked goods, ice cream; treat uses as SAFFA class, not shelf count.
What health concerns are associated with Pentapotassium Triphosphate?
Research has identified the following health concerns for Pentapotassium Triphosphate: Flagged by ANSES (French food safety agency) as additive of interest. These findings inform its safety score of 4/5. Consult a healthcare provider for personalized guidance, especially if you have pre-existing conditions.