Monocalcium Phosphate an overview | ScienceDirect Topics
Vetter, in Encyclopedia of Food Sciences and Nutrition (Second Edition), 2003. Monocalcium Phosphates. Monocalcium phosphate leavening acids are available in two forms: the monohydrate (MCP) and the anhydrous product (AMCP). The monohydrate is fastacting, although slightly slower than cream of tartar. It is usually used in combination with sloweracting leavening agents.