Tricalcium Phosphate

Tricalcium Phosphate
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Product Name:tricalcium phosphate powder
Synonyms:Tribasic calcium phosphate, Calcium orthophosphate, Bone phosphate of lime, Calcium tertiary phosphate, TCP
Purity:≥98%
CAS Number:7758-87-4
Appearance:White, odorless, and tasteless crystalline or amorphous powder
Main Function:Serves as a versatile nutritional fortifier providing highly bioavailable calcium and phosphorus; widely utilized as an anti-caking and flow agent in food powders, a functional filler and binder in pharmaceutical tablet manufacturing, and a bioactive, biocompatible material in advanced bone grafting and dental repair applications
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Tricalcium Phosphate Powder is a premium, white, odorless, and tasteless calcium phosphate compound with the chemical formula Ca3(PO4)2. Highly valued across multiple industries, this versatile powder exhibits excellent stability and bioavailability. It serves as a critical source of essential calcium and phosphorus, promoting optimal bone health and mineral supplementation. In industrial applications, it acts as a highly effective anti-caking and flow agent, ensuring consistent powder texture. Additionally, its outstanding biocompatibility and osteoconductive properties make it a preferred bioactive material in advanced biomedical and dental formulations, meeting stringent international quality standards for safety and performance.

 

 

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Product Name Tricalcium Phosphate Powder (TCP)
Appearance White, odorless, tasteless powder
CAS No. 7758-87-4
Assay (on dry basis)  99%
Calcium Content (Ca) 36%
Loss on Ignition (800°C) 7.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb) ≤ 10 ppm
Lead (Pb) ≤ 0.5 ppm
Arsenic (As) ≤ 0.5 ppm
Total Plate Count < 100 CFU/g

 

Functions and Effects

 

 

 

 

Tricalcium phosphate functions as a highly bioavailable nutritional fortifier, effectively supplying both calcium and phosphorus to support bone density and overall skeletal health. In food and pharmaceutical manufacturing, it acts as a superior anti-caking agent and flow aid, preventing moisture-induced clumping and ensuring uniform distribution in powdered products. Furthermore, it serves as a functional buffering agent, pH regulator, and moisture retainer. In specialized biomedical applications, its biocompatible and bioactive nature promotes natural bone cell growth. It acts as an osteoconductive scaffold that gradually resorbs and is replaced by natural bone tissue, making it indispensable for regenerative therapies.

 

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Application Fields

 

In the food industry, tricalcium phosphate is extensively used as a calcium fortifier and anti-caking agent in infant formulas, dairy powders, cereals, and high-calcium confectioneries. The pharmaceutical sector utilizes it as a tablet filler, binder, and anti-adherent to improve manufacturing efficiency. In advanced biomedical and dental fields, it is a primary component in bone graft substitutes, tissue engineering scaffolds, and remineralizing toothpastes designed to strengthen enamel. Additionally, it is incorporated into animal feed to promote livestock bone development and prevent skeletal diseases. Its versatility also extends to industrial uses, including ceramics, glass manufacturing, and specialized bioactive concrete for ecological restoration projects.

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Q1:What is the exact percentage of elemental calcium in this ingredient?
A1:Tricalcium Phosphate contains approximately 34.0% to 40.0% elemental calcium by weight, making it a highly concentrated and effective calcium fortifier for dietary and industrial applications.
Q2:Why should I choose Tricalcium Phosphate over Calcium Carbonate?
A2:Tricalcium Phosphate provides both calcium and phosphorus, offering a balanced Ca/P ratio (1.5:1) ideal for bone health. It is also highly bioavailable and serves as an excellent anti-caking agent, whereas Calcium Carbonate only provides calcium and can sometimes cause gastrointestinal discomfort.
Q3:Can this powder be used as an excipient in tablet manufacturing?
A3:Absolutely. It is widely used as a functional excipient in the pharmaceutical industry. It acts as a tablet filler, binder, and anti-adherent, improving powder flowability, preventing capping, and ensuring consistent tablet weight and hardness.
Q4:Can Tricalcium Phosphate be used in clear liquid formulations?
A4:No. Tricalcium Phosphate is practically insoluble in water and organic solvents. It is designed for dry powder blends, solid dosage forms, or as a suspension in liquids, rather than for creating clear solutions.
Q5:What are the storage requirements for this ingredient?
A5:Although it is chemically stable, it is recommended to store Tricalcium Phosphate in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Protect it from high humidity and moisture to prevent clumping and maintain optimal flow properties.
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