Project Description
Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate
Synonyms: Tetrapotassium diphosphate; TKPP
Molecular formula: K4P2O7
Molecular weight: 330.35
INS No: E450(v)
CAS Number:7320-34-5
EINECS Number: 230-785-7
Properties: White powder or lumps; Density: 2.534; Melting point: 1109℃; Dissolved in water; Un-dissolved in ethanol.
Specification ：
| Item | Food grade |
|---|---|
| Content (K4P2O7) | 96.0%min. |
| Iron | 0.01%max. |
| Loss on ignition | 2%max. |
| Water-insoluble | 0.1%max. |
| Fluoride (F) | 0.001%max. |
| Heavy metal (Pb) | 0.001%max. |
| Arsenic (As) | 0.0001%max. |
| Cadmium (Cd) | 0.0001%max. |
| Lead (Pb) | 0.0001%max. |
| Mercury (Hg) | 0.0001%max. |
| PH value | 10.0-10.8 |
Application: Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate (TKPP) has diverse applications in food processing.
1. pH Control and Buffering: Tetrapotassium phosphate is often used in food products as a pH regulator and buffering agent. It helps maintain the desired acidity or alkalinity levels, ensuring optimal taste, texture, and stability.
2. Emulsification and Stabilization: It acts as an emulsifier and stabilizer in food preparations, keeping ingredients uniformly mixed and preventing separation. This property benefits products like salad dressings, sauces, and dips.
3. Bakery Products: Tetrapotassium phosphate (TKPP) is sometimes used in baking to improve dough development, increase volume, and enhance texture in products such as bread, cakes, and pastries. It helps create a moist and tender crumb structure.
4. Seafood Processing: In seafood processing, tetra potassium phosphate is used to enhance water retention, improve texture, and prevent dehydration and freezer burn in products like shrimps, fish, and scallops.
5. Dairy Applications: It can be used in certain dairy products to prevent coagulation, improve stability, and prevent the separation of solids and liquids, ensuring a smooth and consistent texture.
In addition, Tetrapotassium phosphate can also be used in other industries, such as in water treatment, metal cleaning, detergent, and oil drilling.
Packing: In PP+PE bags of 25kgs net each, we can provide packages according to the customer’s requirement.
Storage: Store at a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place.
Shelf life: 24 months.
