Chemical Type(s)
Location(s)
- Chicago
Description
Trisodium Phosphate Anhydrous (Na₃PO₄)
Trisodium Phosphate Anhydrous is a highly alkaline inorganic salt with various industrial and cleaning applications. It’s a white, crystalline powder that’s highly soluble in water, forming a strongly alkaline solution. The “anhydrous” designation indicates it’s the form without water molecules of hydration.
Key Uses:
Cleaning:
- Heavy-Duty Cleaner: Used as a powerful cleaner for various surfaces, often for degreasing and removing tough stains. Its strong alkalinity makes it effective for cutting through grease and grime. It’s important to note that due to its strength, it is not suitable for all surfaces.
- Industrial Cleaning: Used in industrial cleaning applications, including metal cleaning, boiler descaling, and cleaning processing equipment.
Water Treatment: Used in some water treatment applications as a water softener and to adjust pH.
Other Applications:
- Textile Industry: Used in some textile processing.
- Paper Industry: Used in some paper processing applications.
- Food Industry (Limited, and Regulated): While it has some limited and regulated uses in food processing (e.g., as a food additive), its primary uses are industrial and cleaning.
Packaging: Available in bags