Sodium Phosphate Dibasic Anhydrous

Sodium Phosphate Dibasic Anhydrous

Sodium phosphate dibasic anhydrous is an inorganic compound also known as disodium hydrogen phosphate anhydrous.

Chemical Formula: Na₂HPO₄

CAS Number: 7758-79-4

Grade: ACS, FCC

Appearance: White crystalline powder.

Uses:

• Nutrient source: May be used as a source of phosphorus, a mineral essential for various bodily functions.

• Water softening: Used in some cases to soften hard water by binding with calcium and magnesium ions, preventing them from forming scale.

Industries and Common Applications:

• Food and beverage industry: Widely used as an acidity regulator, leavening agent, and nutrient source in various products.

• Textile industry: Used in specific and limited applications within the textile industry.