Tricalcium Phosphate
White, odourless powder · CAS 7758-87-4
Overview
Tricalcium Phosphate (CAS 7758-87-4) is one of the salts & minerals products Suraj Chemicals supplies to industrial, institutional and manufacturing buyers across India from our Chennai base. It is commonly used for anticaking agent in table salt and powdered food products (e341iii); calcium-fortification ingredient in food and dietary supplements; mineral supplement in animal feed, among other applications in the salts & minerals category. We pack Tricalcium Phosphate in 25/50 kg bags, and can arrange bulk, drum or tanker quantities for larger requirements — full characteristics, applications and downloadable documentation are below, or you can request a quote directly.
Specification Sheet — Characteristics
Download Specification Sheet (PDF)| Characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Assay (Ca3(PO4)2) | 95% Min |
| P2O5 Content | 45 – 48% |
| Fluoride | 0.005% (50 ppm) Max |
| Moisture | 1% Max |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | 10 ppm Max |
Values above are well-established typical/standard specification properties for this product, compiled from published technical references — not a batch-specific lab report. Figures can vary batch to batch — request a current certificate of analysis with your order.
Applications
- Anticaking agent in table salt and powdered food products (E341iii)
- Calcium-fortification ingredient in food and dietary supplements
- Mineral supplement in animal feed
- Polishing/abrasive agent in toothpaste formulations
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tricalcium Phosphate?
Tricalcium Phosphate is supplied by Suraj Chemicals as white, odourless powder, identified by CAS number 7758-87-4. It falls under our Salts & Minerals range — see the Specification Sheet table above for its full characteristics.
What is Tricalcium Phosphate used for?
Typical applications include: Anticaking agent in table salt and powdered food products (E341iii); Calcium-fortification ingredient in food and dietary supplements; Mineral supplement in animal feed; Polishing/abrasive agent in toothpaste formulations.
How should Tricalcium Phosphate be stored and handled?
Store in a dry, covered area.
What packaging and pack sizes does Suraj Chemicals supply Tricalcium Phosphate in?
25/50 kg bags. Contact us if you need a different pack size, or a bulk/tanker quantity.
What is the shelf life of Tricalcium Phosphate?
Typically around 24 months from date of manufacture when stored in original, unopened packaging under normal warehouse conditions, consistent with standard industry practice for this class of chemical. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.
Is Tricalcium Phosphate hazardous to handle?
No specific hazard is flagged for Tricalcium Phosphate beyond standard industrial chemical handling precautions. We still recommend you download the Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) in the sidebar above for full GHS hazard, handling and PPE details, as good practice for any industrial chemical.
Is a Specification Sheet, TDS or MSDS available for Tricalcium Phosphate?
Yes — a downloadable Specification Sheet (PDF) with full characteristics and specifications is available above, and a downloadable Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) for Tricalcium Phosphate is also available above.
Can I get a sample or discuss order quantity for Tricalcium Phosphate?
Yes — use the Request Price & Availability button or WhatsApp us with your required quantity, and our team will confirm pricing, minimum order quantity, sample availability and delivery timelines for Tricalcium Phosphate.