Chemical Name:

Tetrasodium pyrophosphate

Molecular Formula:

Na₄P₂O₇

Molecular Weight:

265.90

CAS:

13472-36-1

Character:

Colorless clear crystal or white crystalline powder. The relative density is 2.534 and melting point is 880°C. It easily soluble in water and insoluble in ethanol. It will weathering in dry air and lose crystal water under 100°C. It easily absorbs water to deliquesce in air.

Uses:

It is used as quality improver, regulator of PH value, chelate agent, emulsifier and binder in food industry. It also is used in the processing of meat and aquatic product.

Packing:

It is packed with polythene bag as the inner layer, and a compound paper-plastic woven bag as the outer layer. The net weight of each bag is 25kg.

Storage & Transportation:

It should be stored in a dry and ventilative warehouse, kept away from water and moisture during transport. Unload with care as to avoid being damaged. Furthermore, it must be stored separately from poisonous substances.

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