Mono Calcium Phosphate (MCP) BP is a chemical compound commonly used in various industries. Here are some key properties and uses:
_Properties_
1. *Chemical Formula*: Ca(H2PO4)2
2. *Molecular Weight*: 234.12 g/mol
3. *Appearance*: White or off-white powder
4. *Solubility*: Soluble in water
_Uses_
1. *Food Industry*: Mono Calcium Phosphate BP is used as a food additive (E341) to improve texture, stability, and nutritional value of food products, such as baked goods, cereals, and dairy products.
2. *Pharmaceuticals*: It is used as an excipient in pharmaceutical applications, such as tablets, capsules, and powders.
3. *Animal Feed*: MCP BP is used as a nutritional supplement in animal feed to provide calcium and phosphorus.
4. *Fertilizers*: It is used as a raw material in the production of fertilizers, such as diammonium phosphate (DAP) and monoammonium phosphate (MAP).
