Monocalcium Phosphate

CAS# 7758-23-8

Product Description

Monocalcium phosphate is a chemical compound with various industrial applications due to its properties as a source of phosphorus and calcium. 

Product:

Monocalcium Phosphate

CAS:

7758-23-8

Synonym:

Calcium biphosphate; Calcium dihydrogen phosphate; Calcium dihydrogen orthophosphate

Structure:

Typical Characteristics

Appearance

White powder

Boiling point

203 °C (decomposes)

Density

2.220 g/cm3

Melting point

109 °C

Molecular Weight

234.05

Odor

Odorless

Purity

99%

Refractive index

1.5176

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Monocalcium Phosphate used in many
industry applications

Monocalcium phosphate is a chemical compound with various industrial applications due to its properties as a source of phosphorus and calcium. Here are some of its key uses:

  1. Animal Feed: Monocalcium phosphate is widely used as a dietary supplement in animal feed to provide essential phosphorus and calcium, promoting healthy bone development and growth in livestock and poultry.
  2. Fertilizers: It is an important ingredient in fertilizers, supplying plants with phosphorus, which is crucial for root development, flowering, and overall plant growth.
  3. Food Industry: Monocalcium phosphate is used as a leavening agent in the baking industry. It reacts with baking soda to produce carbon dioxide, helping dough to rise and resulting in a light, airy texture in baked goods.
  4. Dental Products: It is incorporated into toothpaste and other dental care products to provide a source of calcium and phosphate, which are beneficial for maintaining tooth enamel and overall oral health.
  5. Water Treatment: Monocalcium phosphate is used in water treatment processes to prevent the formation of scale and to stabilize the water's pH level, enhancing the effectiveness of water purification systems.
  6. Ceramics: It is used in the ceramics industry as a fluxing agent, lowering the melting temperature of materials and aiding in the formation of a glassy phase during the firing process.
  7. Pharmaceuticals: Monocalcium phosphate is used as an excipient in the pharmaceutical industry, providing calcium and phosphate ions in dietary supplements and certain medications.
  8. Fire Extinguishers: It is used in the formulation of certain types of fire extinguishers, where it helps to suppress flames by interrupting the chemical reactions involved in combustion.
  9. Fermentation: Monocalcium phosphate is used in fermentation processes as a nutrient source for microorganisms, enhancing the production of various fermented products.
  10. Plastics and Polymers: It is used as a stabilizer and flame retardant in the production of plastics and polymers, improving their durability and safety.