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Default diammonium phosphate

Shane wrote:
> I just saw a recipe that called for diammonium phosphate. Is this
> common seems like it can't be real good for a person.
>
> Thanks,
> Shane


It's just as scary as sodium chloride. Any chemical can't be good for you.

Too much of either isn't a good thing, but in the right proportions both
are useful.

DAP is a source of nitrogen used for grapes which are low in natural
nitrogen content. Just don't put in too much, in which case you'll make
ethyl carbamate which is a potential carcinogen. Use only what is
necessary and you'll be ok.

Gene