Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate (TSPP)
EATLABEL VERDICT
High Risk
Regulatory scrutiny or health hazard identified
-16 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Alkaline diphosphate solubilizing muscle actomyosin to yield tender, succulent processed deli meats.
Official Category: Acidity Regulator & Leavener (산도조절제·팽창제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved protein dispersant and texturizer
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS food binder
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European Union (EFSA)
총인 섭취한도 엄격 적용
Strictly limited under phosphate group ADI
Commonly Found Foods
Hot dogsprocessed meat pattiescanned luncheon meats
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Natural papain✓ Bromelain
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