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Tricalcium phosphate

Chemical identity, technical indicators, performance and application reference. Confirm specifications and regulatory suitability against supplier documentation.

Molecular structure for Tricalcium phosphate

Chemical identity

English nameTricalcium phosphate
English synonymsTCP;Tricalcium phosphate;Calcium phosphate tribasic
Chinese name磷酸三钙
Chinese synonymsTCP;磷酸钙;羟基磷酸钙
Chemical categoryFood Acids & Regulators
CAS No.7758-87-4
EINECS No.231-840-8
Molecular formulaCa3(PO4)2
Molecular weight310.18
PubChem structure images are reference depictions, not proof of composition, purity, grade, or regulatory status. Mixtures and polymers may not have a single representative structure.

Technical indicators

Ca3(PO4)2 content ≥95.0%; P2O5 content ≥45.0%; water-insoluble matter ≤0.5%; moisture ≤0.5%

Performance characteristics

White powder, insoluble in water, neutral pH

Application scenarios

Food anti-caking agent, pharmaceutical excipient, ceramics, toothpaste abrasive, feed additive