Monocalcium Phosphate

Monocalcium phosphate is a white crystalline powder with the formula Ca(H₂PO₄)₂. It is widely used in the preparation of foodstuffs as a raising agent and source of calcium and phosphorus. It is very soluble in water and is used in many food-related applications.

 

  • Synonyms
    calcium dihydrogen phosphate
  • Chemical Formula
    CaH4P2O8
  • CAS Number
    7758-23-8

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Characteristics

Uses and Applications

Key applications

  • Leavining Agent

Industries

  • Food and Nutrition

Applications:

  • A component of baking powders that decomposes into carbon dioxide when exposed to heat, aiding doughs and batters in rising and becoming light and fluffy.

  • This can be used in the preparation of baked products like cakes, muffins and pancakes to achieve the right volume and texture.

  • Supplements of processed foods with calcium and phosphorus that improve their nutritional quality and aid in bone development.

  • Stabilizes and regulates the PH within processed food items, maintaining their quality and taste.

  • Employed in the production of various cheese and dairy products to regulate the sourness and improve the taste.

  • It assists in maintaining a homogenous blend of components in the production of processed cheese as well as dairy spreads.

  • Enhances the rheological characteristics of doughs to enable easy manipulation during the baking process.

Packing

Monocalcium phosphate is commonly supplied in various forms such as in bags, drums, and bulk shipments depending on the users and uses in the industries.

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