Chemical Name:
Monocalcium Phosphate
Molecular Formula:
Ca (H2PO4) 2, Ca (H2PO4) 2·H2O
Molecular Weight:
anhydrous: 234.05; Monohydrate: 252.07
CAS:
anhydrous: 7758-23-8; Monohydrate: 10031-30-8
Character:
It is white crystalline powder or flaky crystal. Specific gravity is2.220. When heated to 100℃, it begins to lose crystal water.
It is soluble in hydrochloric acid and nitric acid ,slightly soluble in water(1.8﹪).
Uses:
In the food industry, Monocalcium Phosphate serves as a raising agent for chemically leavened baked goods, baking powders,prepared cake mixes, self-rising flour, pancake mixes and more. It can also be used as an acidulant and buffer in dry beverage mixes.
Packing:
It is packed with polyethylene bag as inner layer, and a compound paper-plastic woven bag as the outer layer. The net weight of each bag is 25kg.
Storage & Transportation:
It should be stored in a dry and ventilating warehouse; be cautious to keep away from moisture and hot; unloaded with care, so as to avoid the damage. Furthermore, it should be stored separately from poisonous substances