Phosphoric Acid
It is widely used in dentistry and orthodontics as an etching solution, dental appliances and fillings. Food-grade phosphoric acid is used to acidify foods and beverages such as various colas and jams. Due to its non-toxic properties, phosphoric acid is used by a variety of industries in multiple applications. Also used as a sanitising agent in the dairy, food, and brewing industries. Another wide range of uses as a pH adjuster in cosmetics and skin-care products.
- Synonyms
- Orthophosphoric acid, Phos acid
- Chemical Formula
- H3PO4
- CAS Number
- 7664-38-2
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 97.994g/mol
- Melting Point
- 40–42.4 °C
- Boiling Point
- 212 °C
- Density
- 1.684 g/cc
- Forms
- Liquid, Viscous, White
Uses and Applications
Key applications
- Food packaging
- Food and Nutrition
- Cleaning products
- Pulp and paper
- Solvents
- Personal care
- Cosmetic products
- Agricultural (non-pesticide)
- Bleaching agent
- Electronics
- Paint and Coatings
Industries
- Pharma
- Polymers
- Agrobusiness
- Rubber
- Animal Nutrition
- Cleaning
- Water Treatment
- Coatings & Construction
- Cosmetics
- Food
- Lubricants
- Oil & Gas