The manufacturer tells you the principle of STPP in food processing
Phosphorus is an essential element of life. It exists in many forms in the body, but the common form is phosphate. Phosphates are molecules of phosphorus and oxygen (PO 4 3- ), which can be used as preservatives, thickeners, and starters. Among them, STPP is a food additive which is often used in food processing. In the past, because the illegal addition of food additives left a shadow in people's minds, today CDchem takes you to correctly understand the role of STPP in food processing engineering. 1. Chelation of metal ions STPP can chelate with Ca 2+ , Mg 2+ , Cu 2+ , Fe 2+ in solution to form soluble chelates, which can soften hard water. It can also prevent or delay the oxidation of unsaturated fats, inhibit the growth of microorganisms and play a role of antisepsis and bacteriostasis. 2. Emulsification and Dispersion STPP has the function of dispersing or stabilizing the incompatible substances in water to prevent the adhesion and condensation of suspensi...