Sodium Hexametaphosphate(SHMP) CAS No.10124-56-8

Sodium Hexametaphosphate(SHMP) CAS No.10124-56-8

Sodium Hexametaphosphate(SHMP), CAS No. 10124-56-8, is a white crystalline powder or granular material widely used as a sequestrant, water softener, and dispersing agent. With excellent solubility and strong chelating ability, SHMP plays an important role in food, water treatment, and various industrial applications.

Applications-Sodium Hexametaphosphate(SHMP)

Food and Beverage Industry

• Processed Meats and Dairy: Added at 0.1-0.5% as a sequestrant to retain moisture, stabilize emulsions, and prevent discoloration in sausages, cheeses, and canned goods.
• Beverages and Baking: Dispersant in soft drinks and doughs to suspend particles and improve texture without altering flavor.
• Nutritional Fortification: Phosphorus source in cereals and supplements for enhanced bioavailability.

Industrial and Water Treatment

• Detergents and Cleaners: Builder at 10-30% levels to soften water, boost surfactant action, and remove stains.
• Water Softening: Circulating at 1-5 ppm to control scale in boilers, cooling towers, and municipal systems.
• Ceramics and Textiles: Deflocculant in slurries and dyeing baths to ensure even distribution and reduce viscosity.

Why Choose Our Sodium Hexametaphosphate(SHMP)?

Our Sodium Hexametaphosphate is manufactured from high-purity phosphates with strict controls on insolubles (<0.02%) and heavy metals (<10 ppm), delivering unmatched chelation efficiency and clarity in solutions. Users in water treatment report 30% reduced scaling, while food processors achieve better yield retention. Offered in food-grade and technical variants, packaged in 25kg bags, 50kg drums, or 1000kg IBCs, with glassy or powdered forms for tailored solubility.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)-Sodium Hexametaphosphate(SHMP)

What is Sodium Hexametaphosphate (SHMP)?

Sodium Hexametaphosphate (SHMP) is a sodium polyphosphate with formula (NaPO₃)₆ and CAS 10124-56-8, functioning as a sequestrant and dispersant. It’s a white, highly water-soluble powder used to chelate ions and stabilize formulations in food and industrial settings.

How is SHMP applied in water treatment?

Dosage typically ranges from 2-10 ppm in recirculating systems; it sequesters hardness ions to prevent deposits. Monitor via conductivity tests and adjust based on water analysis for optimal performance.

Is Sodium Hexametaphosphate(SHMP) safe for food use?

Yes, SHMP is FDA GRAS and JECFA-approved up to 0.5% in foods, providing essential phosphorus with no ADI limit due to its safe metabolism and long history of consumption.

What is the shelf life of SHMP?

Stored in a cool, dry environment away from humidity, SHMP stays effective for 2-3 years, with minimal hydrolysis or phosphorus loss under standard conditions.

Can SHMP be mixed with other phosphates?

SHMP complements orthophosphates for broader sequestration but may increase viscosity in high concentrations; it’s stable in blends with zeolites for detergents—always perform jar tests.

Does SHMP impact the pH of solutions?

SHMP’s neutral pH (5.8-7.3) offers mild buffering, suitable for neutral systems without significant shifts, though it can slightly lower pH in alkaline mixes.

What packaging options are available for SHMP?

Standard formats include 25kg multi-layer paper bags, 50kg plastic drums, and 1000kg flexible totes, all lined for moisture resistance and global shipping compliance.

For application-specific dosing, quality certifications, or bulk procurement, our experts provide tailored support.

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