Dicalcium Phosphate

Dicalcium Phosphate (DCP) is a widely used calcium and phosphorus supplement in both human and animal nutrition. It is the most common form of calcium phosphate used in dietary supplements and animal feed. DCP serves as a source of bioavailable calcium and phosphorus, supporting bone health and metabolic functions. It is also used as a tableting agent in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

CAS:

7757-93-9

Formula:

CaHPO4

Molar Weight

136.06 g/mol (anhydrous), 172.09 g/mol (dihydrate)

Melting Point

Decomposes above 400°C

Boiling Point

Not applicable (decomposes)

Density

2.92 g/cm³ (anhydrous), 2.32 g/cm³ (dihydrate)

Forms

White crystalline powder, Available as anhydrous and dihydrate

Odor

Odorless

Key applications

Calcium-phosphorus supplement in animal feed
Dietary calcium supplement for humans
Tableting agent in pharmaceuticals
Abrasive in toothpaste formulations
Food fortification additive

Industries

Animal Feed Industry
Dietary Supplement Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical Industry
Food Fortification
Dental Care Products
Livestock Nutrition

DCP, Calcium hydrogen phosphate, Dibasic calcium phosphate, Calcium phosphate dibasic, E341(ii)

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