Disodium phosphate is a chemical added to foods, cosmetics, and other products. It's useful as a preservative and a flavor enhancer, among other things. This artificial type of salt is made from the elements sodium and phosphorus.Disodium Phosphate (DSP) is used as a pH buffer, stabilizer, and emulsifier in processed cheese, condensed milk, instant pudding, and other food applications. This ingredient is also used as a buffering agent in textile and water treatment applications.