Calcium pyrophosphate
Agent Name
Calcium pyrophosphate
CAS Number
7790-76-3
Formula
Ca.1/2H4-O7-P2
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
Calcium diphosphate; Calcium phosphate (Ca2P2O7); Calcium pyrophosphate (Ca2P2O7); Dicalcium diphosphate; Dicalcium pyrophosphate; Diphosphoric acid, calcium salt (1:2); Pyrophosphoric acid, calcium salt (1:2); alpha-Calcium pyrophosphate; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Phosphates, Metallic Salts
Description
Crystals or powder; Insoluble in water; [Merck Index] White powder; Insoluble in water; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Used as a fertilizer, dietary and feed supplement, and mild abrasive for metal polishing; Also used in dentifrices, dental abrasives, ceramic ware, china, glass, and phosphors; [HSDB]
Comments
May cause irritation; [MSDSonline] See "Calcium."
Biomedical References
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Processes
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