CAS 7757-93-9
Dicalcium Phosphate
CAS 7757-93-9CaHO4P136.06 g/mol
Dicalcium Phosphate (CAS 7757-93-9) is widely utilized in animal feed as a supplement to enhance nutritional value. This compound, also known as calcium hydrogen phosphate, is essential in poultry feed formulations, promoting bone health and improving overall growth rates. Its properties make it a vital ingredient in the agricultural sector, specifically for livestock and poultry, providing a source of calcium and phosphorus needed in diets.
Main applicationPoultry feed supplement — provides essential calcium and phosphorus for bone development
Dicalcium Phosphate is crucial for agricultural sectors focused on animal husbandry. Its role in improving livestock diets not only enhances animal health but also impacts overall agricultural productivity. By incorporating this supplement into feed, producers ensure optimal growth and development in livestock, particularly poultry, which is vital for food supply chains.
Also known as
- CALCIUM HYDROGEN PHOSPHATE
- Calcium phosphate dibasic
- calcium hydrogenphosphate
- Dicalcium phosphate
- Calcium phosphate
- dibasic
- Dibasic calcium phosphate
- secondary Calcium phosphate
- Biofos
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 7757-93-9
- Chemical formula
- CaHO4P
- Molecular weight
- 136.06 g/mol
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- Fine white powder
- Density
- 2.89 g/cm³
- Solubility
- 0.0316 g/100 cc @ 38 °C
- Density
- 2.89 g/cm³
Dicalcium Phosphate (CaHO4P) consists of monoclinic crystals, characterized by a density of 2.89 g/cm³. With a molecular weight of 136.06 g/mol, it demonstrates limited solubility in water, being sparingly soluble at cold temperatures (approximately 0.0316 g/100 cc at 38 °C) and slightly more soluble when heated. This product's form is commonly a fine powder, fitting for diverse applications in animal nutrition. Buyers should specify "animal feed grade" to ensure the appropriate quality and functionality in feed formulations.
Delivery
Dicalcium Phosphate is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Poultry feed supplement — provides essential calcium and phosphorus for bone development
- Animal nutrition — enhances dietary formulations for livestock and enhances growth rates
- Feed additive — aids in improving the overall health and productivity of animals
- Fertilizer component — contributes to phosphorus levels in specialized fertilizers
- Calcium source — serves as a natural source of calcium for various agricultural applications
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Enhances bone health — improves skeletal development in poultry
- Supports growth rates — increases feed efficiency for livestock
- Easy to handle — fine powder form ensures uniform mixing in feed
- Reliable nutrient source — consistent composition meets animal dietary requirements
- Versatile application — suitable for various animal feed formulations
Quality assurance
- Batches are checked against the specification values listed above before dispatch.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Dicalcium Phosphate?
The CAS registry number for Dicalcium Phosphate is 7757-93-9. Its chemical formula is CaHO4P, with a molecular weight of 136.06 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for Dicalcium Phosphate?
Dicalcium Phosphate is also referred to as CALCIUM HYDROGEN PHOSPHATE, Calcium phosphate dibasic, calcium hydrogenphosphate, Dicalcium phosphate, Calcium phosphate and dibasic. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Dicalcium Phosphate is supplied?
Dicalcium Phosphate is supplied as Technical grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does Dicalcium Phosphate look like?
Dicalcium Phosphate is described as fine white powder. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Dicalcium Phosphate used for?
Common applications include poultry feed supplement — provides essential calcium and phosphorus for bone development, animal nutrition — enhances dietary formulations for livestock and enhances growth rates, feed additive — aids in improving the overall health and productivity of animals, fertilizer component — contributes to phosphorus levels in specialized fertilizers and calcium source — serves as a natural source of calcium for various agricultural applications. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Dicalcium Phosphate?
Dicalcium Phosphate is supplied to the Agriculture & Agrochemicals sector. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.PubChem CID 24441pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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