Dipotassium phosphate (DKP) is an inorganic salt formed by the partial neutralization of phosphoric acid with potassium hydroxide. It is highly soluble in water and exhibits excellent buffering capacity in the alkaline pH range.
In food sản xuất, DKP chức năngs as an emulsifying salt in processed cheese, a chất ổn định in non-dairy creamers, and a nutrient thực phẩm bổ sung in sports beverages. It also serves as a sequestrant to bind metal ions that can cause off-flavors and discoloration. Its GRAS status and multichức năngal properties make it indispensable in modern food chế biến operations.