[1] Surface-activating agents prevent surface-tension formation on liquid-containing processed foods and finally, leavening agents are used in processed foods to aid in the expansion of yeast in baked goods.

[1] Dihydrogen phosphate is employed in the production of pharmaceuticals furthering their importance to medical practitioners of gastroenterology and humans in general.

Inflammation, certain cancers, and ulcers can benefit from the use of combination therapy with sodium and potassium phosphates.

Potassium dihydrogen phosphate is a fungicide that is used to prevent powdery mildew on many fruits.

Many foods including milk, eggs, poultry, and nuts contain these sodium phosphates.