Applications and Uses of Potassium Tripolyphosphate

Potassium Tripolyphosphate is a food additive that appears as a white powder. It is used as organizational improvements, chelating agents, and water retention agents in food. Potassium tripolyphosphate is used in meat, fish, shrimp, and dairy products.

Potassium Tripolyphosphate comes in a white powder and granular form. It is used as a sequestering agent for calcium and magnesium in food products. Applications for Potassium Tripolyphosphate include low sodium meats, processed seafood and cheeses, soups and sauces, noodle products and modified starches.

Potassium Tripolyphosphate is a potassium salt of phosphoric acid widely used as emulsifier and stabilizer in  food production, beverage, agriculture/animal feed, and various other industries.

Potassium Tripolyphosphate uses as follows:

 

Potassium Tripolyphosphate

In Food Production

Potassium Tripolyphosphate is widely used as emulsifier and stabilizer in food production. As preservatives: in Seafood, meat, poultry to extend shelf life. As emulsifier: in canned food to promote emulsification and maintain moisture.

In Beverage

Potassium Tripolyphosphate is widely used as emulsifier, preservatives, humectant, soften agents and thickeners in beverage. As emulsifier, preservatives, humectant, soften agents and thickeners: in fruit juice to improve quality and extend shelf life.

In Pharmaceutical

Not enough is known about application of Potassium Tripolyphosphate in Pharmaceutical.

In Cosmetics

Not enough is known about application of Potassium Tripolyphosphate in Cosmetics.

In Agriculture/Animal Feed

Potassium Tripolyphosphate is widely used as preservatives in Agriculture/Animal Feed. As preservatives: in feed additives to extend shelf life.

In Other Industries

Potassium Tripolyphosphate is widely used as intermediate in various other industries. As intermediate: in manufacturing of washing fine.

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Applications and Uses of Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate

Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate(TKPP)is a white powder with that is soluble in water and insoluble in ethanol. It acts as an emulsifier and quality improver. Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate(TKPP)is used in a variety of soy based alternatives to meat.

Tetrapotassium pyrophosphate is used in many industrial applications such as surface treatment, boiler descaling, detergent manufacturing, paint and coatings, mining of ore and clay, oil drilling, and synthetic rubber production. It is applied as a food additive, detergent builder, oral care agent. It can be found in herbicides as a spray adjuvant.

Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate is a white powdery substance that is soluble in water. It is often used as an emulsifier and buffering agent in processed meat, fish and cheese. It is also used as a gelling agent in instant puddings and desserts.

Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate uses as follows:

 

In Food Production

Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate is widely used as emulsifier and stabilizer in food production. As preservatives: in cottage cheese to delay aging, in aquatic products to maintain moisture and in fruit can to prevent discoloration. As emulsifier: in ham, sausage and cheese to promote emulsification.

In Beverage

Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate is widely used as emulsifier, preservatives, humectant, soften agents and thickeners in beverage. As emulsifier, preservatives, humectant, soften agents and thickeners: in dairy drinks to promote emulsification, improve mouthfeel and extend shelf life.

In Pharmaceutical

Not enough is known about application of Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate in Pharmaceutical.

In Cosmetics

Not enough is known about application of Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate in Cosmetics.

In Agriculture/Animal Feed

Not enough is known about application of Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate in Agriculture/Animal Feed.

In Other Industries

Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate is widely used as cleaner agents, Plated conductor in various other industries. As cleaner agents: in metal surface and bottle to clean. As Plated conductor: in plating solution to compose circuit.

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Applications and Uses of Potassium Metaphosphate

Potassium Metaphosphate appears as a white powder or granule.Potassium Metaphosphate is used in the food and beverage industry as a fat emulsifier, food additive, and fungicide. Specifically, PotassiumMetaphosphate is used in seafood spices and surimi products.

In the food industry, it aids in water retention in meat and seafood products. Potassium Metaphosphate also prevents oxidation, and acts as an emulsifier.

Potassium Metaphosphate uses as follows:

 

In Food Production

Potassium Metaphosphate is widely used as emulsifier and stabilizer in food production. As preservatives: in Seafood, meat, poultry to extend shelf life. As emulsifier: in ham, sausage and cheese to promote emulsification.

In Beverage

Potassium Metaphosphate is widely used as emulsifier, preservatives in beverage. As emulsifier, preservatives, humectant, soften agents and thickeners: in beverage industries to promote emulsification, improve mouthfeel and extend shelf life.

In Pharmaceutical

Not enough is known about application of Potassium Metaphosphate in Pharmaceutical.

In Cosmetics

Not enough is known about application of Potassium Metaphosphate in Cosmetics.

In Agriculture/Animal Feed

Not enough is known about application of Potassium Metaphosphate in Agriculture/Animal Feed.

In Other Industries

Not enough is known about application of Potassium Metaphosphate in other industries.

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Applications and Uses of Phosphoric Acid

Phosphoric Acid can be used in Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Health & Personal care products, Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry. Phosphoric Acid is used as PH adjuster such as in colas and jams, canned food and light drinks as well as used in wine making. Phosphoric acid, also known as orthophosphoric acid, is one of the most widely known and used acids.

Phosphoric Acid uses as follows:

In Food Production

Phosphoric Acid can be used as acidity regulator in food process such as in breakfast or cereal bars, flavored waters, bottled coffee beverages and processed meats, milk, buttermilk, cottage cheese and nondairy coffee creamers.

In Beverage

Phosphoric Acid can be used as Acidulant in beverage. Phosphoric acid used to keep bacteria and fungi from forming in these sugary drinks.

In Pharmaceutical

Phosphoric Acid can be used as intermediate in Pharmaceutical.

In Health and Personal care

Phosphoric Acid is used in the formulation of a wide variety of product types, including bath products, cleansing products, fragrances, hair care products, hair dyes and colors, makeup, mouthwashes, nail products and skin care products. Phosphoric Acid is used to control the pH of cosmetics and personal care products.

In Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry

Phosphoric acid is used as an additive and flavoring agent in both human and animal feed/poultry feed.

In Other Industries

Phosphoric acid can be used in the manufacture of fertilizers, also used to make synthetic detergents. Other uses of phosphoric acid include the treatment of water and metal. More than 80 percent of the phosphoric acid produced in the world is used in the manufacture of fertilizer.

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Applications and Uses of Monopotassium Phosphate

Monopotassium  can be used in Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Health & Personal care products, Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry. Monopotassium Phosphate is used as a fertilizer, a food additive and fungicide in in canned fish, processed meats, sausages, ham and baked goods, chewing gum, chocolate products, puddings, breakfast cereals, candies, crackers, pasta, fruit juices, dairy products.

Monopotassium phosphate, MKP, is a soluble salt of potassium and a source of phosphorus and potassium. It is also used as a buffering agent.

Monopotassium-Phosphate

Monopotassium Phosphate uses as follows:

In Food

Monopotassium Phosphate is widely used as in canned fish, processed meats, sausages, ham and baked goods. Canned and dried vegetables, chewing gum, chocolate products, puddings, breakfast cereals, candies, crackers, pasta, fruit juices, dairy products, salt substitutes and other seasonings, soups and tofu can also contain potassium phosphate.

In Beverage

Monopotassium Phosphate can be used in beverage such as in soft drinks, condensed milk, alcoholic beverages, sport drink, energy drink.

In Pharmaceutical

Potassium phosphate supplements can be used for treating low phosphate levels.

In Health and Personal care

Monopotassium Phosphate used as pH Adjuster; BUFFERING in Cosmetics.

In Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry

Fertilizer-grade Monopotassium Phosphate powder used as a nutrient source in the greenhouse trade and in hydroponics.

In Other Industries

Not enough is known about application of Monopotassium Phosphate in other industries.

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Applications and Uses of Monoammonium Phosphate

Monoammonium Phosphate can be used in Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Health & Personal care products, Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry. Monoammonium Phosphate (Food Grade) is used in food as a pH control agent, buffering agent, acidulate, and nutrient source. The application of Monoammonium Phosphate is in bread and dough, dry powder beverages, eggs, isotonic beverages, mineral supplements, starter cultures and yeast cultures.

Monoammonium-PhosphateMonoammonium phosphate (MAP) is a widely used source of phosphorus (P) and nitrogen (N) in fertilizer industry.

Monoammonium Phosphate uses as follows:

In Food

Monoammonium Phosphate can be used as Leavening agent in food such as in tomatoes, lemons, oranges, apples, cheese and yogurt.

In Beverage

Monoammonium Phosphate can be used in beverage.

In Pharmaceutical

NA.

In Health and Personal care

NA.

In Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry

Feed grade Monoammonium Phosphate can be used as nutritional suppliment in Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry feed.

In Other Industries

Not enough is known about application of Monoammonium Phosphate in other industries.

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Applications and Uses of Menadione

Menadione can be used in Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Health & Personal care products, Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry. Menadione is used as nutritional supplement in food because of its vitamin K activity. The application of Menadione is largely in pet food like in dog food, cat food. Menadione is an essential fat soluble vitamin that is important in maintaining normal coagulation, serving as a cofactor in the activation of several clotting factors and anticoagulant proteins.

Menadione uses as follows:

In Food

Menadione can be used as nutrition supplements in food as its form of vitamin k3.

In Beverage

Menadione can be used as nutrition supplements in beverage.

In Pharmaceutical

Menadione can be used in the treatment of hypoprothrombinemia in pharmaceutical. Menadione can be used as injection.

In Health and Personal care

NA.

In Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry

Menadione can be used as intermediate in Agriculture/Animal Feed/poultry feed. The application of Menadione is like in dog food, cat food.

In Other Industries

NA.

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Applications and Uses of Vitamin K1

Vitamin K1 can be used in Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Health & Personal care products, Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry. Vitamin K1 is a pale yellow to golden yellow transparent oily liquid. The applications of Vitamin K1 is in milk powder, biscuits, and other food. Vitamin K1 is used as a nutritional enhancer.

Vitamin K1 uses as follows:

Vitamin-K

In Food

Vitamin K1 can be used as nutrition supplements in food such as vitamin k supplement food.

In Beverage

Vitamin K1 can be used as nutrition supplements in beverage.

In Pharmaceutical

Vitamin K1 can be used as Hemostatic agents in Pharmaceutical. Vitamin k1 can be injected.

In Health and Personal care

Vitamin K1 is used in eye creams and skin care products to reduce dark circles under the eyes and to reduce the severity of bruising following surgery in cosmetic.

In Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry

Vitamin K1 can be used as intermediate in Agriculture/Animal Feed/poultry feed, such as in dog food, cat food.

In Other Industries

NA.

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Applications and Uses of Vitamin C

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) E300 can be used in Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Health & Personal care products, Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry. Vitamin C is used as food preservative, antioxidant or color stabilizer, or it can be used to boost a food’s vitamin C content. Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) is used in fruit juices and drinks, cereals, fruit-flavored candies, cured meats, cereals and frozen fruits.

Ascorbic acid E300 can be used in a variety of forms, including salts and esters. In these forms, it will appear on ingredient lists under different names, such as sodium ascorbate, calcium ascorbate, potassium ascorbate, ascorbyl palmitate, or ascorbyl stearate. Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) is a food grade water-soluble vitamin.

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) E300 uses as follows:

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In Food

Vitamin C E300 can be used as Color fixative, Preservatives, Acidity Regulators, nutrition supplements in food such as in fruit juices and drinks, cereals, fruit-flavored candies, cured meats, cereals and frozen fruits.

In Beverage

Vitamin C E300 can be used as Preservatives, Acidity Regulators, nutrition supplements in beverage such as in soft drinks, energy drink.

In Pharmaceutical

Vitamin C E300 is can be used as Nutritional therapy, antioxidants in Pharmaceutical.

In Health and Personal care

Vitamin C E300 is can be used in cosmetics and personal care products such as in makeup, as well as skin and hair care products. Ascorbic Acid and its salts are used in the formulation of cosmetics and personal care products as antioxidants to slow deterioration caused by exposure to the air and also to control the pH of the finished product.

In Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry

Vitamin C E300 can be used in Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry feed. The application in pet food such as in dog food, cat food.

In Other Industries

Vitamin C E300 can be used as intermediate in various other industries.

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Applications and Uses of Nicotinic Acid

Nicotinic acid/Niacin can be used in Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Health & Personal care products, Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry. Nicotinic acid/Niacin appears as a white to off-white colored powder. Nicotinic acid/Niacin is used in dietary supplements, health food, beverages and energy drinks. Nicotinic acid also known as Niacin.

Niacin is important in energy production. Niacin is one form of vitamin B3. Niacin is essential for conversion of dietary proteins, fats, and carbohydrates into usable energy. Niacin is also used to synthesize starch that can be stored in muscles and liver for eventual use as an energy source.

Nicotinic Acid (Vitamin B3 /Niacin) appears as a white or light yellow crystal powder.

Nicotinic Acid uses as follows:

In Food Production

Nicotinic acid/Niacin can be used as nutrition supplements in food such as in Dietary Food Industry, Vitamins / Minerals Premix, Nutritional Ingredients, Breakfast Cereals & Beverage Industry, Infant Formulas.

  • Niacin is used in Multivitamins as a Vitamin supplement.
  • Niacin is used to reduce LDL Cholesterol and increase HDL Cholesterol.
  • Niacin is used for enrichment of Cereals & Flour.

In Beverage

Nicotinic acid/Niacin can be used as nutrition supplements in beverage.

In Pharmaceutical

  • Nicotinic acid/Niacin is predominantly used for the treatment of pellagra (lack of nicotinic acid usually due to inadequate dietary intake).
  • Nicotinic acid/Niacin may also be used for the as an adjunct in the treatment of hypercholesterolaemia and hypertriglyceridaemia (high cholesterol and lipids in the blood).

In Health and Personal care

Nicotinic acid/Niacin can be used in the formulation of lipstick, eye shadow, blushers, face powders and foundations, moisturizers, skin care products, bath soaps and detergents, hair conditioners, and many other products in Cosmetics.

In Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry

Nicotinic acid/Niacin is can used as nutritional supplement in Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry feed. The application of Nicotinic Acid in pet food such as in dog food, cat food.

In Other Industries

NA.

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Applications and Uses of Ascorbyl Palmitate

Ascorbyl Palmitate E304 can be used in Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Health & Personal care products, Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry. Ascorbyl Palmitate is also used as a preservative and antioxidant in natural oils, fragrances, colours, vitamins and other edible oils and waxes fatty products, instant noodles, edible lipin (oils), hydrogenated vegetable oil and breads. Ascorbyl Palmitate can prevent oxidation, protect color and luster and enhance particular nutrition. Ascorbyl Palmitate E304 can be used as a source of vitamin C, also used as an antioxidant food additive.

Ascorbyl Palmitate E304 is the oil soluble form of Vitamin C also known as Vitamin C Ester, facilitated by bonding with palmitic acid.  Because it is oil soluble, and nonacid, it is much more stable than the water soluble form of Vitamin C, L Ascorbic Acid.

Ascorbyl Palmitate E304 uses as follows:

In Food

Ascorbyl Palmitate E304 can be used as nutritional antioxidant in food such as in fat-based foods, bakery food.

In Beverage

Ascorbyl Palmitate E304 can be used as nutritional antioxidant in beverage.

In Pharmaceutical

Ascorbyl Palmitate E304 can be used as Nutritional therapy in Pharmaceutical.

In Health and Personal care

Ascorbyl Palmitate E304 can be used in cosmetic and personal care products such as in Creams and Lotions, Anti-Aging Products, Sun Protection Products, Preservative Free Anhydrous Products.

In Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry

Ascorbyl Palmitate E304 can be used as antioxidant in Agriculture/Animal Feed/poultry feed.

In Other Industries

NA.

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Applications and Uses of Titanium Dioxide

Titanium Dioxide can be used in Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Health & Personal care products, Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry. Titanium dioxide is used as a pigment. As a pigment, titanium dioxide is an FDA-approved food additive that is used to enhance the white color of certain foods, such as dairy products and candy, and to add brightness to toothpaste and some medications. Titanium Dioxide is also used as a flavor enhancer in a variety of non-white foods, including dried vegetables, nuts, seeds, soups, and mustard, as well as beer and wine.

Titanium dioxide uses as follows:

 

In Food

Titanium Dioxide can be used as whitener in food such as in cheese products, processed fruit, fat spreads, candy, etc

In Beverage

Titanium Dioxide can be used as colorant in beverage.

In Pharmaceutical

Titanium Dioxide can be used as whitener in Pharmaceutical. In OTC drug products, it is used as a sunscreen agent.

In Health and Personal care

Titanium dioxide is safely used in cosmetic and personal care products such as in sunscreen products as a way to protect skin from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet radiation.

Titanium dioxide also can be used in tooth paste, tablets, gum

In Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry

NA.

In Other Industries

Titanium Dioxide is used to provide a clean, bright white to construction products such as doors, windows.

Titanium Dioxide is used to brighten paper after it has been bleached, to give the correct optical qualities.

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Applications and Uses of Monascus Red

Monascus Red can be used in Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Health & Personal care products, Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry. Monascus Red is a red pigment used as coloring agent in many Asian foods such as in pickled tofu, red rice vinegar, char siu, Peking Duck, and Chinese pastries that require red food coloring. Monascus Red is also used in candy, cooked meat, preserved beancurd, ice cream, cookies, etc.

Monascus Red Pigment is a natural pigment made from red yeast rice.

Monascus Red uses as follows:

Monascus Red

In Food

Monascus Red can be used as colorant, bacteriostatic agent in food such as in meat products, canned foods, condiments and sauces,  seafood, frosting, seasonings, frozen desserts, snack foods.

In Beverage

Monascus Red can be used as colorant, bacteriostatic agent in beverage such as in wine.

In Pharmaceutical

Monascus Red can be used as natural pigment in Pharmaceutical.

In Health and Personal care

Monascus Red can be used as natural pigment in Cosmetics.

In Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry

NA.

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Applications and Uses of Caramel Color

Caramel Color can be used in Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Health & Personal care products, Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry. Caramel Color can be used in beer, brown breads, chocolate, cookies, liquor, custards, fillings and toppings, desserts mixes, doughnuts, and soft drinks. Caramel color is the world’s most widely used food coloring. It’s made in a heating process called caramelization. In its basic state, caramel coloring ranges from pale yellow to amber to dark brown. But when added to some foods, it can create many other colors.

Caramel Color

Caramel Color uses as follows:

In Food Production

Caramel Color is widely used as colouring agent and flavor enhancer in food. Caramel coloring has improved the appeal of hundreds of different foods, the application such as in Bakery, Beer & Spirits, Beverages, Flavors & Ingredients, Meats, Nutritional, Pet Food, Prepared Foods, Sauces & Seasonings.

In Beverage

Caramel Color can be used as colouring agents, flavor enhancer, emulsifier and suspending agents in beverage such as in Carbonated soft drinks, Teas, Lemonades, Fruit drinks, Powdered drink mixes.

In Pharmaceutical

NA.

In Health and Personal care

Caramel is a colorant derived from heating edible sugar. In cosmetics and personal care products, Caramel is used in the formulation of a wide variety of product types. Caramel imparts a brown color to cosmetics and personal care products.

In Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry

Caramel Color can be used as colorant in Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry feed such as in pet food, dog food.

In Other Industries

NA.

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Applications and Uses of Maltol

Maltol E636 can be used in Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Health & Personal care products, Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry. With a sweet cotton candy and caramel odor, the application of Maltol in foods such as in baked bread, cakes, etc. Maltol has a remarkable effect on improving and increasing the flavor of food and it enhances the sweetness of food. It can also keep food longer.

Maltol E636 is a flavor enhancer extensively used in food, beverage, tobacco, brewery, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals industries.  When combined  with other substances, Maltol will increase and sustain their sweetness and fragrance. It is also used to formulated additives for food, cigarettes and cosmetics.

Maltol E636 is used as flavor and the uses as follows:

Maltol

In Food

Maltol E636 can be used as flavor enhancer in food such as in soft drink, ice cream and ice frozen novelties, sorbets, roasted food, pudding, jelly, ketchup, chocolate and candy.

Maltol E636 Reference Usage in Food
In Soft drinks: 4.1  mg/L
In Ice cream, frozen products: 8.7 mg/kg
In Bakery: 30 mg/kg
In Pudding: 7.5 mg/kg
In Jelly: 90 mg/kg
In Fragrance intensifier: 50-250 mg/kg

In Beverage

Maltol E636 can be used as flavor enhancer in beverage.

In Pharmaceutical

Maltol E636 can be used as intermediate in Pharmaceutical.

In Health and Personal care

Maltol E636 can be used as flavoring agent in Cosmetics.

In Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry

Maltol E636 can be used in Agriculture/Animal Feed/Poultry feed.

In Other Industries

Maltol E636 can be used in cigarettes.

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