Dicalcium Phosphate
Calcium Monohydrogen Phosphate
- CAS
- 7757-93-9
- EC
- 231-826-1
- Food Code
- E341(ii)
- Sectors
- Food & Nutrition, Animal Nutrition, Pharma & Healthcare
Dicalcium Phosphate (CAS 7757-93-9) is a white calcium phosphate salt supplied in food grade (E341(ii)) that serves as a calcium fortifier in foods, a filler in pharmaceutical tablets, a polishing agent in toothpastes and a mineral source in animal feed. Density 2.31 g/cm³, melting point 1090°C, insoluble in water, soluble in acids; used as calcium source.
Typical Properties
| Molecular formula | Ca.H3O4P |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 136.06 g/mol |
| Appearance | white powder |
| Form | gel (aged) |
| Color | White |
| Melting point | 356 °C |
| Density | 2.89 g/cm³ |
| Water solubility | Sparingly soluble in water, practically insoluble in cold water. |
| pH | 7 (10g/l, H2O, 20°C) suspension |
| Grades available | Food Grade |
Typical literature values for identification; lot-specific results are stated on the certificate of analysis (COA) and the safety data sheet (SDS) that accompany every delivery.
Dicalcium Phosphate
Applications
Used in food as calcium fortifier; toothpastes as polish; pharmaceuticals as tablet filler; cosmetics as abrasive; animal feed for bone; in fertilizers.
Safety & Risks
Low toxicity, GRAS; irritates eyes/skin. Stable; use PPE; no major hazards but ventilate dust.
Packaging
Packaged in 25kg multi-wall bags; store dry.