Ammonium Phosphatides E442
phospholipid — Primarily modified_natural.
Ammonium salts of phosphatidic acids
CAS: 8002-43-5
Factual Regulatory Reference
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What Is Ammonium Phosphatides?
Ammonium phosphatides (YN emulsifier) are semi-synthetic emulsifiers produced from rapeseed or sunflower oil fatty acids and phosphoric acid, combined with ammonia. They are widely used in chocolate and cocoa products as an alternative to or in combination with lecithin (E322) to control chocolate viscosity during processing. JECFA established an ADI of 0–30 mg/kg body weight. EFSA reviewed ammonium phosphatides in 2012 and confirmed the ADI. Approved in the EU, USA, and many other countries specifically for chocolate applications.
? Did You Know?
Although classified as natural in origin, commercial Ammonium Phosphatides is typically manufactured rather than extracted directly from food sources.
In the EU, Ammonium Phosphatides has a "quantum satis" authorization — Latin for "as much as needed." This means there's no specific maximum limit; manufacturers use only what's technologically necessary.
Detailed Regulatory Assessment
European Union (EFSA)
Only in cocoa and chocolate products
Official EFSA LinkUnited States (FDA)
Generally recognized as safe
Japan (MHLW)
Compliant with Japanese food sanitation law.
Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI)
International Standard (JECFA)
mg/kg body weight per day
European Standard (EFSA)
Everyday Perspective
For a 60kg adult, this limit is roughly equivalent to consuming:
Natural Occurrence
This additive is not known to occur naturally in significant quantities.
Manufacturing
Produced by treating natural lecithin or phospholipids with ammonia or ammonium salts.