DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE
Dicalcium Phosphate (DCP) is a calcium phosphate salt that is commonly found in rocks and minerals. It is a white, odorless powder with the chemical formula CaHPO4.
GRADE: IP / BP / USP
APPLICATIONS:
1. FOOD INDUSTRY:
Dicalcium phosphate is used as a food additive (E341) in the food industry. It is used as a calcium supplement, a leavening agent in baked goods, a firming agent in canned fruits and vegetables, and a nutrient fortifier in breakfast cereals and enriched flour.
2. PHARMACEUTICALS:
In pharmaceuticals, dicalcium phosphate is used as a source of calcium in dietary supplements and vitamin tablets.
It is also used as a filler, binder, and diluent in tablet and capsule formulations to give them the required bulk and stability.
Additionally, it is used as a polishing agent in toothpaste and in oral care products for its abrasive properties.