Potassium metaphosphate
Agent Name
Potassium metaphosphate
CAS Number
7790-53-6
Formula
H-O3-P.K
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
Potassium polymetaphosphate; Metaphosphoric acid (HPO3), potassium salt; [ChemIDplus] Potassium Kurrol's salt; Potassium polyphosphate; [Merck Index]
Category
Phosphates, Metallic Salts
Description
White solid; [Merck Index] White powder; [Strem Chemicals MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used as a humectant and emulsifier for foods; [FDA]
Comments
High molecular weight polymer with degree of polymerization dependent on preparation; [Merck Index] May cause mild irritation; [Strem Chemicals MSDS]
Biomedical References
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