What is E541? Sodium Aluminium Phosphate Explained
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E541 is Sodium Aluminium Phosphate — a raising agent (mineral) used in bread, cakes.
What is E541 (Sodium Aluminium Phosphate)?
E541 is Sodium Aluminium Phosphate, a food additive classified as a raising agent that release gas to make baked goods rise. A raising agent (mineral) used in bread, cakes. You'll find it in bread, cakes, biscuits and many other packaged foods. Like every E-number, E541 has been authorised for use in food following an EFSA safety evaluation — though authorisation doesn't mean concern-free, as the safety section below explains.
Where is E541 found?
E541 (Sodium Aluminium Phosphate) is found in bread, cakes, biscuits, self-raising flour, scones, muffins.
- bread
- cakes
- biscuits
- self-raising flour
- scones
- muffins
Is E541 safe?
E541 is authorised in the EU and UK but carries genuine concerns. For most people consuming Sodium Aluminium Phosphate in typical quantities, health effects are unlikely — but the caution flag reflects either active scientific debate, mandatory warning labels, allergen status, or conditions attached to its authorisation.
EFSA opinion: Sodium Aluminium Phosphate — status Some concerns.
Check the calorie content of foods containing E541. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide.
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E541 FAQs
What is E541 in food?
E541 is Sodium Aluminium Phosphate — a raising agent (mineral) used in bread, cakes.
Is E541 safe to eat?
E541 is authorised in the EU and UK but carries genuine concerns. For most people consuming Sodium Aluminium Phosphate in typical quantities, health effects are unlikely — but the caution flag reflect
Is E541 vegan?
E541 (Sodium Aluminium Phosphate) is vegan. It is derived from mineral, with no animal involvement in standard food production.
Is E541 halal?
E541 (Sodium Aluminium Phosphate) is halal. It is derived from mineral, which involves no haram sources.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA