Disodium phosphate is an inorganic salt commonly used in cosmetics, food, and medications. It serves as a buffering agent, corrosion inhibitor, chelating agent, and pH adjuster. While generally considered safe, excessive consumption may pose health risks for individuals with certain medical conditions.
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Excessive consumption of disodium phosphate may lead to health risks, particularly for individuals with kidney disease, heart disease, edema, and digestive problems.
Individuals with ongoing health conditions, especially kidney disease, should consult their doctor to assess their disodium phosphate intake and make necessary dietary adjustments.
Disodium phosphate is artificially created in a lab by breaking down naturally-occurring phosphate rock and combining it with sulfuric acid and other substances.
Deferred evaluation due to FDA safety assessment
Low hazard score
Disodium phosphate is commonly found in processed and packaged foods, such as cheese, whipped cream, milk, yogurt, seafood, meat, pasta, soda, and gelatin powder. It is also used in cosmetics like makeup, skin creams, and shampoos to maintain pH levels and prevent packaging from rusting.
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