Calcium Phosphate Tribasic (TCP) NF / EP Low Aluminum Ultrafine Powder
Jost Code: 2264
Synonyms: Calcium hydroxyphosphate, Calcium phosphate tribasic, HAp, Hydroxylapatite, Tribasic calcium phosphate
Tribasic Calcium Phosphate can be used as a dietary supplement and as a nutrient. This product is known to be used in pharmaceutical applications. Calcium is vital for strong bone and teeth formation. It also helps to maintain a regular heartbeat and transmission of nerve impulses. Product specifications, SDSs and certifications are available under Additional Information.
Chemical Formula
Ca5(OH)(PO4)3
CAS Number
12167-74-7
Molecular Weight
502.31
Use
Nutrient; Dietary Ingredient; Pharmaceuticals
Description
White ultrafine powder
Containers
50 kg. / 110 lb. fiber drums; 25 kilogram packs EU only
Storage
Store in a clean, dry warehouse in the original unopened containers.
Revision Date
12/20/2018
Identification
Test A
Positive for PO4
Test B
Positive for Ca
Test C
Assay Compliance
Assay (as Ca)
35.0 - 40.0%
Aluminum
5 ppm maximum
Magnesium
0.1% maximum
LOI
8.0% maximum
Water Soluble Substances
0.5% maximum
Acid Insoluble Substances
0.2% maximum
Carbonate
To Pass Test
Chloride
0.14% maximum
Sulfate
0.5% maximum
Arsenic
1 ppm maximum
Barium
To Pass Test
Dibasic Salt / CaO
13.0 – 14.3 mL/g of 1 N HCl/g
Fluoride
0.0075% maximum
Nitrate
To Pass Test
Cadmium
0.5 ppm maximum
Microbial Test Results
Aerobic Plate Count
1000 cfu / gram maximum
Yeast and Mold Count
100 cfu / gram maximum
Total Coliforms
Negative
Heavy Metals
10 ppm maximum
Iron
0.04% maximum
Lead
1 ppm maximum
Mercury
1 ppm maximum
Manganese
2 ppm maximum
Coulter Median
5μ maximum
Mesh Through 325
99% minimum
