Dipotassium Phosphate (K₂HPO₄) FCC Grade | Food Grade Buffer & Emulsifier
Dipotassium Phosphate (K₂HPO₄), FCC
Food-Grade Phosphate for Buffering & Formulation
Catalog Number: ASC-8040
Product Identification
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Product Name: Dipotassium Phosphate
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Chemical Name: Dipotassium Phosphate
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Synonyms: Potassium phosphate dibasic; Dibasic potassium phosphate; Potassium monohydrogen phosphate
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Chemical Formula: K₂HPO₄
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Molecular Weight: 174.18 g/mol
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CAS Number: 7758-11-4
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Grade: FCC (Food Chemicals Codex)
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Appearance: White crystalline powder
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Solubility: Freely soluble in water
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HS Code: 2835.24.00 (Potassium phosphates)
Product Overview
Dipotassium Phosphate (K₂HPO₄), FCC is a high-purity, water-soluble inorganic phosphate widely used as a buffering agent, stabilizer, emulsifier component, and nutrient source in food processing, beverage production, fermentation systems, and industrial formulations.
Its strong buffering capacity and compatibility with food-grade systems make it ideal for controlled pH environments and consistent process performance. The FCC grade ensures compliance with internationally recognized food chemical standards.
AusAmics Dipotassium Phosphate is manufactured under controlled conditions to provide reliable batch-to-batch quality and consistent performance.
Key Functional Properties
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Effective pH buffering agent
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Maintains stability in aqueous systems
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High solubility for rapid dissolution
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Compatible with fermentation and nutrient systems
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Chemically stable under recommended storage conditions
Typical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Assay (Purity) | ≥ 98.0% |
| pH (1% solution, 25°C) | 8.5 – 9.6 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 2.0% |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
Typical Applications
Food & Beverage Industry
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pH buffering in processed foods
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Emulsifying salt component in dairy applications
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Beverage formulation stabilization
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Mineral fortification
Fermentation & Biotechnology
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Nutrient source in microbial fermentation
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Buffer system component in culture media
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Industrial fermentation processes
Industrial & Laboratory Use
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Process development and pilot studies
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Chemical manufacturing formulations
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Buffer preparation systems
Storage & Handling
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Store at 15–30°C in a cool, dry environment
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Keep container tightly sealed
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Protect from moisture and humidity
Regulatory & Intended Use
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FCC Compliant
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Suitable for food, industrial, and laboratory applications
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Not intended for pharmaceutical, therapeutic, or medical use
Quality & Documentation
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Manufactured under controlled production standards
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Batch-specific Certificate of Analysis (COA) available
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Safety Data Sheet (SDS) available upon request