Trisodium Phosphate TSP
Chemical formula: Na3PO4.12H2O
Molecular weight: 380.14
CAS Number: 10101-89-0
EINECS Number: 231-509-8
HS Code: 28352910
Traits
This crystal is a white or colorless granular substance that is easily weathered. It readily dissolves in water but remains insoluble in organic solvents. When it is dissolved in water, the solution exhibits an alkaline reaction. The pH value of a 1% aqueous solution is measured at 12.1. With a relative density of 1.62, this crystal has a melting point of 73.4°C.
Industrial applications
Trisodium phosphate serves various purposes as a versatile chemical compound. It can function as both a water softener and detergent, helping to cleanse and remove impurities from water. Additionally, it is used as a boiler scale inhibitor, preventing the buildup of mineral deposits that can cause damage to the system.
Various industries also find applications for trisodium phosphate, such as in printing and dyeing processes, where it acts as a color fixing agent. It is used as a fabric mercerizing enhancer to improve the appearance and texture of textiles, as well as a metal corrosion inhibitor or rust inhibitor.
The enamel industry takes advantage of trisodium phosphate's flux and decolorizing properties, making it a useful material in enamel production. The tanning industry uses it as a hide degreaser and degumming agent, improving the quality of the leather material.
Overall, trisodium phosphate proves useful in a wide range of applications, owed to its diverse properties and abilities.
Product Description
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Specifications |
Tech Grade |
High Purity Grade |
|
|
Appearance |
|
White or Colorless Crystal Power |
|
|
Main contents |
%≥ |
98.0 |
98.0 |
|
Arsenic,as As |
%≤ |
0.005 |
0.0005 |
|
Fluoride, as F |
%≤ |
0.05 |
0.005 |
|
Heavy metal, as Pb |
%≤ |
- |
0.001 |
|
Sulphates,as SO4 |
%≤ |
0.5 |
- |
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Chloride,as Cl |
%≤ |
0.4 |
- |
|
PH value of 1% solution |
-- |
0.4 |
0.2 |
|
Water insoluble |
%≤ |
0.1 |
0.1 |
|
Loss on drying |
%≤ |
- |
45-57 |
Food use
Trisodium phosphate is commonly used as a quality improver, which can improve the complex metal ions, pH value, and ionic strength of food, thereby improving the cohesion and water holding capacity of food. China stipulates that it can be used in cheese, the maximum usage is 5g/kg; the maximum usage in Western-style ham, meat, fish, shrimp and crab is 3.0g/kg; the maximum usage in canned food, juice, beverages and dairy products is 0.5g /kg.
Used as analytical reagent and water softener, and also used for sugar purification.Packaging and Storage
25Kg, 50Kg, 1000kg inner plastic outer woven bag. Store in a ventilated, dry, clean place and prevent moisture.
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