sodium tripolyphosphate
noun
sodium tri·poly·phos·phate
-ˌtrī-ˌpä-li-ˈfäs-ˌfāt 
: a crystalline salt Na5P3O10 that is used as a food additive and as a component in some detergents and is suspected of contributing to water pollution
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Frozen shrimp may contain preservatives like sodium tripolyphosphate and sodium bisulfite, which people with sulfite or phosphate sensitivities may want to avoid.
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Erik Vance, New York Times, 28 May 2024
For shrimp without packaging, stick to those with shells to avoid sodium tripolyphosphate.
—Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 15 July 2022
Wet scallops are treated with sodium tripolyphosphate, a chemical that causes the scallops to expel water when cooked and can prevent a proper sear.
—Ann Maloney, Washington Post, 5 July 2022
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Erik Vance, New York Times, 28 May 2024
For shrimp without packaging, stick to those with shells to avoid sodium tripolyphosphate.
—Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 15 July 2022
Wet scallops are treated with sodium tripolyphosphate, a chemical that causes the scallops to expel water when cooked and can prevent a proper sear.
—Ann Maloney, Washington Post, 5 July 2022
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“Sodium tripolyphosphate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sodium%20tripolyphosphate. Accessed 15 Nov. 2024.
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