Calcium Phosphate BP
Abstract
Calcium Phosphate Dibasic also known as Dicalcium Phosphate mainly finds application as a food additive and is produced by the reaction of calcium chloride and phosphoric acid.
Use/Application
Dicalcium phosphate is mainly used as a dietary supplement in prepared breakfast cereals, dog treats, enriched flour and noodle products. It is also used as a tableting agent, in dietary calcium supplements, in poultry feeds and in some toothpaste as a tartar control agent.
Identity
Chemical Name: Calcium Phosphate
Mol. Formula: CaHPO4.2H2O
Mol. Weight: 172.09 g/mol
CAS No.: 7789-77-7
General Specifications
| Test | Specification…BP |
| Appearance | White or almost white, crystalline powder. |
| Solubility | Practically insoluble in cold water and in ethanol (96 per cent). It dissolves in dilute hydrochloric acid and in dilute nitric acid. |
| Acid Insoluble substances | Maximum 0.2% |
| Carbonates | Passes test |
| Chlorides | Maximum 0.25% |
| Fluorides | Maximum 100ppm |
| Sulphates | Maximum 0.5% |
| Arsenic | Maximum 10ppm |
| Barium | Passes test |
| Iron | Maximum 400ppm |
| Heavy Metals | Maximum 40ppm |
| Loss on ignition | 24.5% to 26.5% |
| Assay | Not less than 98% and not more than 105% |
Shelf life, Storage and Packing
It should be stored in a segregated area in a cool and ventilated place away from combustible materials. Keep in a tightly closed container, sealed until ready for use. It is packed in 25kg or 50kg HDPE bags or drums as required.
Other
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We observe WHO Good manufacturing practice and Good laboratory practice.
