Description

Premium Pharmaceutical Excipient

Tricalcium Phosphate (TCP)

A premium white, odorless crystalline powder (Ca₃(PO₄)₂ / Ca₅(PO₄)OH) renowned for its excellent compressibility, chemical stability, and biocompatibility across pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetic formulations.

Product Overview

Tricalcium Phosphate (TCP) is a highly versatile, hygienically processed calcium salt used extensively as a pharmaceutical excipient, potent mineral supplement, and highly effective anti-caking agent. It is engineered with precise pH controls and extremely low impurity levels to ensure superior performance in diverse applications.

Available in specialized grades: BP/USP, Food (FCC 6.0), Direct Compressible (DC), and Micro Fine
Delivers excellent flow characteristics and superior powder compressibility
Highly effective as an anti-caking and free-flowing agent
Ensures maximum biocompatibility and chemical stability
Manufactured with rigorous limits on heavy metals and impurities

Product Details & Available Grades

Product Name	Tricalcium Phosphate (TCP)
Chemical Formula	Ca₃(PO₄)₂ / Ca₅(PO₄)OH
CAS Number	7758-87-4 (Standard)
Pharma & Food Grades	BP/USP Grade \| Food Grade (FCC 6.0)
Manufacturing Grades	Direct Compressible (DC) \| Micro Fine (15 Microns)

Technical Specifications & Properties

Description	White crystalline, odorless, and tasteless powder
Assay (as Calcium)	34.0% – 40.0%
Loss on Ignition (800 °C, 30 min)	Max. 8.0%
Water & Acid Insoluble Substances	Water-Soluble: ≤ 0.5% \| Acid-Insoluble: ≤ 0.2%
Heavy Metals & Arsenic	Heavy Metals: ≤ 0.003% \| Arsenic: ≤ 3 ppm
Chlorides & Sulphates	Chloride: ≤ 0.15% \| Sulphate: ≤ 0.8%
Fluoride & Iron	Fluoride: ≤ 0.0075% \| Iron: ≤ 400 ppm
Di-basic Salt & CaO	13.0 – 14.3 mL

Key Features & Advantages

Direct Compressibility: The specialized DC grade drastically improves manufacturing speeds for solid-dose tablet pressing.
Micro Fine Dispersion: The 15-micron grade ensures seamless, uniform blending in highly sensitive cosmetic and powdered formulations.
Uncompromised Purity: Rigorously tested to ensure no effervescence with carbonates, strict nitrate compliance, and zero barium turbidity.
Moisture Control: Acts as a highly efficient anti-caking agent, preserving the shelf-life and flow of hygroscopic powders and spices.
Nutritional Value: A potent, highly bioavailable dual source of essential calcium and phosphorus for dietary products.

Packaging, Storage & Compliance

Standard Packaging: Shipped in 25 kg HDPE bags with a protective inner liner (Custom packaging available upon request).
Storage Conditions: Keep container tightly closed in original packaging. Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture and contamination.
Shelf Life: 24 months from manufacturing under recommended storage conditions.
Regulatory Standards: Fully complies with Pharmacopoeial Standards (BP / USP) and Food Chemicals Codex (FCC) specifications.

Applications

Pharmaceuticals: High-performance filler, binder, and excipient in tablet and capsule formulations.
Food & Spice Industry: Trusted anti-caking and free-flowing agent in dry powders, spices, and baking products.
Nutraceuticals: Primary ingredient for bone health supplements requiring concentrated mineral fortification.
Biomedical & Cosmetics: Utilized in advanced dental formulations, orthopedic cements, and finely milled cosmetic powders.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the benefit of the Direct Compressible (DC) grade?

The DC grade is specifically engineered with optimized particle size and flow characteristics. This allows pharmaceutical manufacturers to bypass complex granulation steps and press tablets directly, saving time and reducing production costs.

2. How does TCP function as an anti-caking agent?

Tricalcium Phosphate is highly stable and readily absorbs excess ambient moisture without dissolving or clumping. When mixed into powders or spices, it coats the individual particles, ensuring the product remains dry and free-flowing.

3. Are your TCP grades safe for human consumption?

Yes. Our Food Grade perfectly conforms to FCC 6.0 specifications, and our pharmaceutical grades comply with both BP and USP standard limits for heavy metals and impurities, making it entirely safe for internal use.

Need Premium Tricalcium Phosphate for Your Products?

Contact our team today to request a Certificate of Analysis (COA), explore our specialized micron grades, or place a bulk order.

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