- Production:
- Sodium tripolyphosphate can be obtained by the polymerization of sodium phosphates.
- Applications:
- Food Industry: STPP is used in the processing and preservation of food products.
- Cleaning Products: It can be used in the formulation of cleaning products.
Properties of Sodium Tripolyphosphate (STPP):
- Chemical Formula: Na5P3O10
- Molecular Weight: Approximately 367.86 g/mol
- Physical State: White crystals or powder
- Odor: Odorless
- Solubility: Easily soluble in water
- Hazard Symbols: Contact with skin and eyes may cause irritation.