Monocalcium Phosphate,CAS:10031-30-8

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Monocalcium phosphate, a versatile additive, finds applications in the food and beverage industry. As a leavening agent, it contributes to the rising of baked goods, ensuring a light and fluffy texture. In the production of dairy products, it acts as a calcium supplement, enhancing nutritional value. Additionally, it serves as a buffering agent in various food processes, maintaining optimal pH levels. Monocalcium phosphate is crucial in the formulation of animal feeds, providing essential phosphorus and calcium for livestock health. Its multifunctional nature makes it a valuable ingredient, addressing both nutritional and processing needs in diverse food and agricultural applications.

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Monocalcium phosphate (MCP) is a versatile compound with various applications across different industries. Here are some of its primary uses:

1. **Agriculture:**
   - **Fertilizers:** MCP is a significant source of phosphorus and calcium in fertilizers, promoting healthy plant growth and development.
   - **Animal Feed:** It serves as a mineral supplement in animal feed, providing essential phosphorus and calcium for livestock and poultry.

2. **Food Industry:**
   - **Leavening Agent:** In baking, MCP acts as a leavening agent, helping dough rise by producing carbon dioxide when combined with moisture and an alkaline ingredient (like baking soda).
   - **Food Additive:** It is used as a food additive (E341) to enhance the nutritional content of food products.

3. **Pharmaceuticals:**
   - **Nutritional Supplements:** MCP is used in dietary supplements as a source of calcium and phosphorus.
   - **Buffering Agent:** It may serve as a buffering agent in certain pharmaceutical formulations.

4. **Industrial Applications:**
   - **Ceramics:** MCP is used in ceramics and glass manufacturing for its properties as a flux.
   - **Water Treatment:** It can be used in water treatment processes to remove impurities and enhance water quality.

5. **Others:**
   - **Soil Amendment:** MCP can improve soil quality and nutrient availability in agricultural practices.
   - **Cement Production:** It is sometimes used in cement formulations to enhance specific properties.

Monocalcium phosphate is valued for its high solubility in water and effectiveness in delivering essential nutrients, making it a popular choice in various applications.

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SKU 10031-30-8
Formula Ca(H2po4)2H2O
Application Agricultural, Construction, Ceramics & Glass, Feed, Food, Pharma & Personal Care, Water Treatment
Usage

Monocalcium phosphate, a versatile additive, finds applications in the food and beverage industry. As a leavening agent, it contributes to the rising of baked goods, ensuring a light and fluffy texture. In the production of dairy products, it acts as a calcium supplement, enhancing nutritional value. Additionally, it serves as a buffering agent in various food processes, maintaining optimal pH levels. Monocalcium phosphate is crucial in the formulation of animal feeds, providing essential phosphorus and calcium for livestock health. Its multifunctional nature makes it a valuable ingredient, addressing both nutritional and processing needs in diverse food and agricultural applications.

TDS

TESTITEM

FCC-V

E341(I)

Content(As Ca), %

15.9-17.7(Monohydrate)16.8-18.3(Anhydrous)

Assay(on the dried basis), ≥95%

P2O5 Content(Anhydrous basis),%

 

55.5-61.1

Description

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Granular powder or white, deliquescent crystals or granules

Identification

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Positive tests for calcium and for phosphate

CaO content, %

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19.0-24.8

As, ≤mg/kg

3

3

F, ≤mg/kg

50

30

Heavy metals(As Pb), ≤%

--

--

Lead,≤mg/kg

2

4

Cadmium,≤mg/kg

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1

Mercury, ≤mg/kg

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1

Loss on drying, ≤%

Monohydrate 1.0

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Loss on drying

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Monohydrate 60ºC, 1hour then 105ºC, 4hours, ≤17.5% Anhydrous: 105ºC, 4hours, ≤14%

Loss on ignition

Anhydrous 14.0-15.0

Monohydrate: 105ºC, 1hour then ignition at 800ºC±25ºC for 30minutes, ≤25.0% Anhydrous: igonition at 800ºC±25ºC for 30minutes, ≤17.5%

 

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