Technical grade
Dicalcium Phosphate in Kenya
Dicalcium Phosphate is primarily used as a calcium supplement in food and feed applications. This versatile compound serves various industries, providing essential nutrients in agricultural fertilizers and health products. Beyond its application as a dietary supplement, it is also utilized in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, enhancing formulation efficacy. The powder form of Dicalcium Phosphate allows for easy mixing and incorporation into various products, making it an attractive choice for manufacturers seeking a reliable source of calcium.
Main applicationNutritional supplements — Provides essential calcium for dietary products.
Dicalcium Phosphate is significant in ensuring adequate calcium intake in both human health and agriculture. Its diverse applications across different sectors make it a valuable ingredient for manufacturers seeking reliable performance in nutritional and agricultural products. The ability to incorporate it as a powder enhances its usability in formulations requiring consistency and efficacy.
Also known as
- DCP
- Calcium Monohydrogen Phosphate
- E341
- Calcium Phosphate
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Available in 25 kg bags or bulk supply based on requirement.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- White, fine powder
Dicalcium Phosphate (CaHPO4) is a powdered calcium salt composed of calcium and phosphate. It exhibits characteristics such as low solubility in water, making it effective in applications requiring a slow release of nutrients. The powder's fineness ensures uniform distribution when blended into formulations. Technical buyers should consider the grade when sourcing, as specifications may vary based on the intended use, such as food grade versus industrial applications. It is essential to define the exact usage requirements when ordering this product.
Delivery
Dicalcium Phosphate in Kenya 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
- Nutritional supplements — Provides essential calcium for dietary products.
- Fertilizers — Supplies calcium and phosphorus for plant growth in agriculture.
- Pharmaceuticals — Acts as an excipient in tablet formulations.
- Cosmetics — Used in personal care products for skin health.
- Food processing — Enhances the nutritional value of food products.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Enhances nutritional value — Fulfills essential calcium requirements in formulations.
- Improves plant health — Boosts growth and yields in agriculture when used as a fertilizer.
- Supports formulation stability — Acts as an excipient in pharmaceuticals.
- Adds functionality in cosmetics — Contributes to active skin benefits in personal care products.
- Easy to handle — Powder form allows for efficient blending and transport.
Quality assurance
- Documentation, including a certificate of analysis and safety data sheet, can be issued with a consignment where required.
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 are the other names for Dicalcium Phosphate in Kenya?
Dicalcium Phosphate in Kenya is also referred to as DCP, Calcium Monohydrogen Phosphate, E341 and Calcium Phosphate. 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 in Kenya is supplied?
Dicalcium Phosphate in Kenya 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 in Kenya look like?
Dicalcium Phosphate in Kenya is described as white, fine 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 in Kenya used for?
Common applications include nutritional supplements — Provides essential calcium for dietary products., fertilizers — Supplies calcium and phosphorus for plant growth in agriculture., pharmaceuticals — Acts as an excipient in tablet formulations., cosmetics — Used in personal care products for skin health. and food processing — Enhances the nutritional value of food products.. 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 in Kenya?
Dicalcium Phosphate in Kenya is supplied to the Food Processing & Beverage, Agriculture & Agrochemicals and Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare sectors. 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.
What packaging is Dicalcium Phosphate in Kenya available in?
Available in 25 kg bags or bulk supply based on requirement. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
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