Selecting an Acidifier: Understand the Differences between Sodium Bisulfate and Phosphoric Acid

Published January 2, 2024 | By Jones-Hamilton Research Team

The two most common options for acidification are SBS Pet® (sodium bisulfate) and phosphoric acid. For recipes using phosphoric acid, SBS Pet can easily be substituted at the rate of 1 kg SBS Pet per 1 kg of 75% phosphoric acid.

While the addition rates may be equal, the two products have many differences of which pet food formulators should be aware. This knowledge can be especially valuable for companies working to satisfy the rapidly growing demand for natural pet food products.

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