Phosphoric acid, calcium salt (1:) CAS 10103-46-5 Supplier and Product Information

Synonyms: Calcium phosphate, Tricalcium phosphate, Monetite, Ai3-25607, Einecs 233-283-6, Phosphoric acid calcium salt (1:) USP/EP/BP

Chemical Properties: White insoluble powder, main constituent of bones. Occurs naturally as rock phosphate in mineral apatite.

Safety Information: Hazard Codes: Xi Risk Statements: 36/37/38 Safety Statements: 22-24/25-26

Uses: Fertilizers, dental products, ceramics, polishing powder, plastics stabilizer, anticaking agent, nutrient supplement in cattle food, clarifying sugar syrup, mordant in dyeing textiles, pH buffer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How is phosphoric acid, calcium salt (1:) prepared?

A: Phosphoric acid, calcium salt (1:) can be prepared in several ways: 1. Obtained from naturally occurring minerals for fertilizer applications. 2. In the laboratory, by reacting sodium phosphate with calcium chloride in excess ammonia. 3. By treating calcium hydroxide with phosphoric acid: 2H3PO4 3Ca(OH)2 → Ca3(PO4)2 6H2O.

Q: What are the main industrial applications of phosphoric acid, calcium salt (1:)?

A: The main industrial applications include: - Fertilizers - Dental products - Ceramics - Polishing powder - Plastics stabilizer - Anticaking agent - Nutrient supplement in cattle food - Clarifying sugar syrup - Mordant in dyeing textiles - pH buffer

Q: Is phosphoric acid, calcium salt (1:) soluble in water?

A: Phosphoric acid, calcium salt (1:) is generally insoluble in water. It is described as a white insoluble powder.