Product Name: Phytic Acid

Synonyms: Inositol Hexaphosphoric Acid, Fytic Acid

Molecular Formula: C6H18O24P6

Molecular weight: 660.04

CAS No.: 83-86-3

Chemical Structure:

Description: It is colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid. It contains 12 acid groups which are able to complex with metals to form white insoluble mineral salts. Its easily soluble in water and 95% ethanol slightly soluble in pure ethanol, almost insoluble in pure ether and hexane. It exists naturally in form of phytin.

Specifications:

Appearance: Colorless or pale yellow viscous liquid

Assay,%: 50 min.

Inorganic Phosphorus (P), %: 0.02 max.

Chloride (Cl), %: 0.02 max.

Sulfate (SO4), %: 0.02 max.

Calcium (Ca), %: 0.02 max.

Arsenic (As), %: 0.0003 max.

Heavy metals (Pb), %: 0.003 max.

Applications: Used as as antioxidant, preservative, stabilizer, developing agent, contrast agent, oral cleansing agent, fermentation promoter in food industry and other industries.

Packing: 200kg drum

Transport and Storage: Transport as non-dangerous chemicals, Keep away from rain and direct sunlight. Store in cool, dry and ventilated place.   

Phytic Acid