Tri Sodium Phosphate

Trisodium phosphate is a sodium phosphate. Trisodium phosphate (TSP) is the inorganic compound with the chemical formula Na3PO4. It is a white, granular or crystalline solid, highly soluble in water, producing an alkaline solution. TSP is used as a cleaning agent, builder, lubricant, food additive, stain remover, and degreaser. The item of commerce is often partially hydrated and may range from anhydrous Na3PO4 to the dodecahydrate Na3PO4 • 12H2O. Most often found in white powder form, it can also be called trisodium orthophosphate or simply sodium phosphate.

Synonyms

E 339, Phosphoric Acid Trisodium Salt, Sodium Phosphate Tribasic, Trisodium Orthophosphate, Trisodium Phosphate, Trisodium Phosphate Anhydrous TSP, TSP Anhydrous

Chemical Formula

Anhydrous: Na3PO4; Hydrated: Na3PO4nH2O (n = 1/2, 1, 6, 8, (...)

CAS Number

7601-54-9