Tetrasodium pyrophosphate decahydrate
Agent Name
Tetrasodium pyrophosphate decahydrate
CAS Number
13472-36-1
Formula
H4-O7-P2.4Na.10H2-O
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Pyrophosphoric acid, tetrasodium salt, decahydrate; Sodium pyrophosphate decahydrate; Diphosphoric acid, tetrasodium salt, decahydrate; Tetrasodium pyrophosphate, decahydrate; [ChemIDplus] Sodium pyrophosphate tetrabasic decahydrate; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Category
Salts, Basic
Description
Colorless crystalline solid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used as an emulsifier, buffering agent, and sequestrant for foods; [JECFA]
Comments
A skin and strong eye irritant; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "Tetrasodium pyrophosphate."
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