Description
Trisodium phosphate: industrial chemicals
Trisodium phosphate (Na3PO4) is a salt consisting of three molecules of sodium (Na+), one molecule of phosphate (PO4^3-), and it has the general formula Na3PO4. It is a white powder that easily dissolves in water. Trisodium phosphate is widely used in various industries including food processing, detergents, metallurgy and many others.
Main characteristics of trisodium phosphate:
- Chemical formula: Na3PO4
- Appearance: White Powder
- Solubility: Easily soluble in water
- Application:
- Food industry: Trisodium phosphate is used as an acidity regulator, stabilizer, antioxidant and in meat processing.
- Detergents: Included in detergents and detergent powders, where it functions as an emulsifier and softening agent.
- Metallurgy: Used in phosphating processes of metal surfaces.
- Chemical industry: Used in the synthesis of chemical compounds and the production of reagents.
Security
Signal word – Warning
Stickers (Pictogram) – GHS07
Hazard statements –
H315 – Causes skin irritation.
H319 – Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 – May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary statements –
P305 + P351 + P338 – IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easily do. Continue rinsing
P280 – Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P261 – Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/aerosols
P302 + P352 – IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
