E450 - Diphosphates
By the Daat team · Updated October 30, 2026
E450, diphosphates, are part of baking powder and help processed meat hold water.
In cakes they react with baking soda (E500) to release the gas that makes the batter rise. In sausages and ready schnitzels they keep the meat juicy.
In Daat’s catalog we found E450 in 634 of 16,831 products (3.8%), mostly in cakes, biscuits and pastries and meat products.
E450 at a glance
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Diphosphates |
| Function | Raising agent |
| Origin | Plant, mineral or synthetic |
| Vegan / vegetarian | Yes / Yes |
Is E450 vegan?
Yes. E450 has no animal source, so it suits both vegans and vegetarians.