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E452 — Polyphosphates
متعددات الفوسفات · Acidity regulator, Emulsifier, Emulsifying salt, Humectant, Raising agent, Sequestrant, Stabilizer, Thickener
Codex GSFA Listed by form
CXS 192-1995, revision 2026
Codex lists this additive by form; each form has its own provisions.
- INS 452(i) — Sodium polyphosphate: Table 1 has provisions for it in 108 food categories, each with its own maximum level.
- INS 452(ii) — Potassium polyphosphate: Table 1 has provisions for it in 108 food categories, each with its own maximum level.
- INS 452(iii) — Sodium calcium polyphosphate: Table 1 has provisions for it in 108 food categories, each with its own maximum level.
- INS 452(iv) — Calcium polyphosphate: Table 1 has provisions for it in 108 food categories, each with its own maximum level.
- INS 452(v) — Ammonium polyphosphate: Table 1 has provisions for it in 108 food categories, each with its own maximum level.
European Union Authorised
Regulation (EC) 1333/2008, Annex II, consolidated text of 18.08.2026
Authorised in the EU: entries in 59 food categories of Annex II Part E, including category 0 (all foods). The level and conditions depend on the category.
United States (FDA) Depends on the form
FDA Substances Added to Food and Color Additive Status (substance level)
The verdict differs between the forms of 452 (452(i), 452(ii), 452(iii), 452(iv), 452(v)). Read the exact form on the label and choose it.
- INS 452(i) — Listed
- INS 452(ii) — Not found
- INS 452(iii) — Not found
- INS 452(iv) — Not found
- INS 452(v) — Not found
Substance level only: FDA does not set limits by food category the way Codex and the EU do; conditions of use are in the cited 21 CFR section.
The maximum level depends on the food category. Check this additive for a specific product:
Check E452 by food categoryIn Jordan the Jordanian technical regulations and JFDA decide. Codex, the EU and the US are references for comparison and export, not a substitute for the local decision. FoodCheck Jordan is an independent scientific reference, not affiliated with the Jordan Food and Drug Administration or any regulator.
Sources: Codex CXS 192-1995, General Standard for Food Additives, revision 2026 · Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008, Annex II, consolidated text 02008R1333-20260818 (EUR-Lex PDF) · FDA Substances Added to Food (last updated 9/8/2026) and Color Additive Status List (last updated 8/14/2026), downloaded 2026-10-21. Data built: 2026-10-21.