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Sodium Tripolyphosphate (STPP)

Sodium tripolyphosphate (STPP) is an inorganic compound within a variety of domestic and industrial products, especially detergents.

Overview

As a water softener with a relatively low environmental impact and toxicity level, STPP is prime for use in the detergents and cleaning industry. Commercial detergency products account for the majority of STPP consumption.

A non-flammable compound, STPP also holds use across the textile industry as a synthetic leather tanning agent and masking agent. It also holds use in anticaking agents, flame retardants, rubber manufacture, ceramics (for decreasing viscosity) and much more.

CAS Number
7758-29-4
AKA
Polygon; STPP
Quantities
25kg bag (solid)
Chemical formula
Na5P3O10
Appearance
White powder

Applications

Cleaning Chemicals & Detergents

• Detergents: The majority of STPP is consumed as a component of commercial detergents.

Textile Chemicals & Dyes

• Textiles industry: Used as a leather tanning agent and on other materials for flame retardants.

Food Additives

• Recognised as a safe ingredient for food and beverages and therefore is commonly found in food production as E number E451.

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