Potassium Tripolyphosphate

Synonyms: Pentapotassium Tripolyphosphate; Pentapotassium triphosphate; Potassium Tripolyphosphate; KTPP

Molecular formula: K5P3O10

Molecular weight: 448.35

INS No.: E451(ii)

CAS Number:13845-36-8

EINECS Number: 237-574-9

Properties: White, very hygroscopic powder or granules; Melting point: 620~640 °C; bulk density: 1.07 g /cm3; Dissolved in water (140g/100ml).

Specification ：

Item	Food grade
Content (K5P3O10)	95.0%min.
Phosphorus pentoxide (P2O5)	46.5-48%
PH value	9.2-10.5
Heavy metal (Pb)	0.001%max.
Arsenic (As)	0.0001%max.
Fluoride (F)	0.001%max.
Cadmium (Cd)	0.0001%max.
Lead (Pb)	0.0001%max.
Mercury (Hg)	0.0001%max.
Water-insoluble	1.0%max.

Application:

Potassium Tripolyphosphate (Pentapotassium tripolyphosphate or K5P3O10) has a range of applications in various industries:

1. Food Industry: Potassium Tripolyphosphate is used as a food additive in the food industry. It serves as a sequestrant, chelating agent, and stabilizer. It helps prevent the discoloration and deterioration of food products caused by metal ions, improves texture and water retention in processed meats, and enhances the stability of dairy products.

• Meat and Seafood Processing: Potassium Tripolyphosphate is often used in meat and seafood processing. It helps improve the water-holding capacity of meats, allowing them to retain moisture during cooking and reducing shrinkage. This can result in juicier and more tender meat products. In seafood, it helps prevent moisture loss during processing and freezing, maintaining the quality and texture of the products.
• Dairy Products: Potassium Tripolyphosphate can be employed in dairy products like cheese and yogurt. It functions as a stabilizer, helping to improve texture, prevent separation, and enhance the product’s overall stability. It can also aid in preventing calcium crystal formation, adversely affecting the quality of certain dairy products.
• Beverage Industry: In the beverage industry, Potassium Tripolyphosphate can be used as a polyphosphate ingredient to stabilize colas and prevent the precipitation of minerals. This helps maintain clarity, shelf life, and taste consistency.
• Processed Foods: It is added to certain processed foods, like canned fruits and vegetables, to help maintain their texture and prevent discoloration. Potassium Tripolyphosphate acts as a sequestrant, binding with metal ions that could adversely affect the appearance and quality of these products.

2. Industrial Applications: Potassium Tripolyphosphate finds application in industries such as ceramics, textiles, and metal treatment. It is used as a dispersing agent, anti-redeposition agent, and detergent builder in various manufacturing processes.

• Water Treatment: Potassium Tripolyphosphate is utilized in water treatment processes. It acts as a sequestering agent, helping to bind and remove metal ions in water, preventing scale formation, and improving water quality.
• Detergent and Cleaning Products: It is used in some cleaning products, such as detergents and dishwasher detergents, to aid in the removal of mineral deposits, improve cleaning efficiency, and prevent scale buildup.

3. Agriculture: Sometimes, Potassium Tripolyphosphate is used in agriculture as a source of potassium and phosphorus in fertilizers. It provides essential nutrients for plant growth and development.

Packing: In PP+PE bags of 25kgs net each, we can provide packages according to the customer’s requirement.

Storage: Store at a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place.

Shelf life: 24 months.