Ingredient Data
Vegan Status
Not Vegan
E-Number
E542
Also Known As
Tribasic calcium phosphate (bone source); Animal calcium phosphate
Source
Produced from the bones of slaughtered cattle or pigs, processed into a fine powder used as an anti-caking agent.
Commonly Found In
Some powdered foods, dietary supplements, processed cheese, dried milk powder.
Vegan Alternative
Synthetic calcium phosphate (also labeled E341) which is produced without animal bones.