Monobasic Sodium Phosphate Dihydrate
Chemical Formula: | NaH₂PO₄.2H₂O |
Molecular weight | 156.01 |
.CAS No: | 13472-35-0 |
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About Monobasic Sodium Phosphate Dihydrate
Sodium phosphate is a generic term for a variety of salts of sodium (Na+) and phosphate (PO43−). Phosphate also forms families or condensed anions including di-, tri-, tetra-, and polyphosphates. Most of these salts are known in both anhydrous (water-free) and hydrated forms. The hydrates are more common than the anhydrous forms. This compound belongs to the class of inorganic compounds known as alkali metal phosphates. These are inorganic compounds in which the largest oxoanion is phosphate, and in which the heaviest atom not in an oxoanion is an alkali metal.
Sodium phosphates have many applications in food and for water treatment. For example, sodium phosphates are often used as emulsifiers (as in processed cheese), thickening agents, and leavening agents for baked goods. They are also used to control pH of processed foods. They are also used in medicine for constipation and to prepare the bowel for medical procedures like colonoscopy. Moreover, they are used in detergents for softening water, and as an efficient anti rust solution.
Sodium phosphate monobasic is a source of phosphorus used prevent or correct hypophosphatemia in patients with restricted or no oral intake.
Sodium phosphate is a saline laxative that is thought to work by increasing fluid in the small intestine. It usually results in a bowel movement after 30 minutes to 6 hours.
Product Number | Product Name | Form | Pharmacopoeia | Solvency | Storage conditions | Color | Purity | Additional information |
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151300088 | Monobasic Sodium Phosphate Dihydrate | Powder | USP | Freely soluble in water; practically insoluble in alcohol. | Preserve in well-closed containers. | Colorless crystals or white, crystalline powder | 98.0%-103.0% |