Dicalcium Phosphate is an effective flowing agent that will contribute nutrients to your formula. It is added to many foods as a supplement to aid the well-being of both humans and animals. It is a product that consumers are familiar with, and makes the perfect addition to your tablet.
LFA's Dicalcium Phosphate is a crystalline, white or off-white powder. It is odourless and free-flowing. Flowability is a crucial element of the manufacturing process of tablets. It ensures that your ingredients will run through machinery with ease. Additionally, it means that your final product will have consistent ingredients throughout, and that each tablet will be the same.
LFA's Dicalcium Phosphate is directly compressible, reducing the effort to create new formulas. Compressibility is the ease with which a powder forms into a solid tablet.
Dicalcium Phosphate is highly soluble in citric acid and ammonium citrate. It has a pH of 6.5 to 7. Due to its alkalinity, it will not work with some acidic active ingredients. The binding properties of Dicalcium Phosphate are only moderate, and it will need to be used alongside other excipients.
Dicalcium Phosphate passes easily through the digestive system. It has many different uses, and is a dietary supplement on its own. It is often included in breakfast cereals, flour and noodle products. It is used as an anti-caking agent as it can absorb small amounts of moisture. Another prominent use for Dicalcium Phosphate is in animal feed, as it contributes to the animal's metabolism, and accelerates growth and development.
Handling Dicalcium Phosphate properly is important for the safety of the operator and the quality of the product. This product can irritate the eyes and with inhalation may cause mild chest discomfort. When handling, you should use protective eye gear, gloves and an inhalation mask.
Always store Dicalcium Phosphate in a sealed container and at a moderate temperature. Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures. Incorrect storage can affect the efficacy of the excipient over time.
