tri-Calcium phosphate

Name: tri-Calcium phosphate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014506

About tri-Calcium phosphate

tri-Calcium phosphate (CAS 7758-87-4) is an alkaline earth compound offered by Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of 34–40%. The compound has the formula Ca3O8P2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 310.18 g/mol. The IUPAC name is tricalcium diphosphate. It is also known as ß-Calcium phosphate tribasic or ß-Tricalcium phosphate.

The material typically appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span materials research and chemical synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research.

Available in 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, tri-Calcium phosphate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Materials research
Chemical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	tri-Calcium phosphate
Catalogue No.	VQ-014506
CAS Number	7758-87-4
IUPAC name	tricalcium diphosphate
Molecular formula	Ca₃O₈P₂
Molecular weight	310.18 g/mol
Exact mass	309.7946
Purity / assay	34–40%
HSN code	28352620
InChIKey	QORWJWZARLRLPR-UHFFFAOYSA-H
SMILES	[O-]P(=O)([O-])[O-].[O-]P(=O)([O-])[O-].[Ca+2].[Ca+2].[Ca+2]
PubChem CID	24456

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 8
TPSA	173 Å²
Synonyms	ß-Calcium phosphate tribasic, ß-Tricalcium phosphate, tert-Calcium phosphate, tri-Calcium (ortho)phosphate, Calcium orthophosphate, Phosphoric acid, calcium salt (2:3), Tricalcium orthophosphate, Calcigenol simple, Tertiary calcium phosphate, Calcium phosphate, tribasic, Calcium tertiary phosphate, Calcium phosphate (3:2)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H318Causes serious eye damage

Precautionary statements: P264 + P265, P280, P305 + P354 + P338, P317

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 7758-87-4

tri-Calcium phosphate, powder, 4 μm, ≥80 m2g

CAS: 7758-87-4
Formula: Ca₃O₈P₂
MW: 310.18 g/mol

VQ-014507

BP / Food Grade

Tricalcium Phosphate

CAS: 7758-87-4
Formula: Ca₃O₈P₂
MW: 310.18 g/mol

VQ-018700

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of tri-Calcium phosphate?

The CAS Registry Number of tri-Calcium phosphate is 7758-87-4. It is also known as ß-Calcium phosphate tribasic, ß-Tricalcium phosphate, tert-Calcium phosphate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of tri-Calcium phosphate?

tri-Calcium phosphate has the molecular formula Ca3O8P2 and a molecular weight of 310.18 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is tricalcium diphosphate.

Which grade and pack sizes of tri-Calcium phosphate can I order?

We supply tri-Calcium phosphate in (34–40%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with tri-Calcium phosphate?

Yes. Every lot of tri-Calcium phosphate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can tri-Calcium phosphate be shipped internationally?

Yes. tri-Calcium phosphate is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.