Tricalcium phosphate
What is Tricalcium phosphate?
Tricalcium phosphate (CAS 7758-87-4), also known as TCP and approved as E341iii in food applications, is an inorganic calcium salt.
Where is Tricalcium phosphate used?
- Food and nutraceutical manufacturing: anti-caking agent preventing clumping in table salt, spice blends and protein supplements
- Pharmaceutical formulations: tablet excipient, calcium supplement active and pH buffer supporting dosage form performance
- Animal feed: phosphorus and calcium source supporting bone development in livestock and poultry
- Construction and industrial materials: flame retardant additive and filler component
- It functions as a flow aid and mineral supplement depending on the application.
Commercial specifications
- Bulk quantities standard for feed and industrial buyers; smaller packaging for pharmaceutical and food-grade procurement
Other Names (Synonyms)
tricalcium orthophosphate|tertiary calcium phosphate|E341iii|calcium phosphate tribasic|calcium orthophosphate|Ca3(PO4)2|bone phosphate of lime|TCP