Disodium phosphate

Disodium phosphate is an inorganic salt of sodium and phosphorus, produced through chemical synthesis. It belongs to the phosphate family and is widely used in the food industry as an acidity regulator, texturising agent, and stabiliser. It helps regulate the pH of preparations and ensures the homogeneity of certain formulations. From a nutritional standpoint, disodium phosphate is a source of phosphorus, an essential mineral that contributes to normal energy metabolism, the maintenance of muscle function, and the strength of bones and teeth. The sodium it provides also plays a role in maintaining the body's electrolyte balance. In the context of supplementation, disodium phosphate is primarily used as an excipient or functional agent in dietary supplement formulas, ensuring their stability and proper dissolution. Its value therefore lies mainly in its technological role rather than as a direct nutritional input, although the phosphorus it contains contributes to the normal functioning of several physiological processes.