Dicalcium Phosphate DCP

Description

1. Product Overview

Dicalcium Phosphate (DCP) is a high-quality inorganic calcium phosphate compound widely used as a nutritional mineral supplement and functional ingredient across the animal feed, food, pharmaceutical, and fertilizer industries. It provides an excellent source of highly bioavailable calcium and phosphorus, supporting optimal growth, bone development, and metabolic performance. Its consistent chemical composition, superior purity, and excellent flow properties make it a preferred raw material for industrial manufacturers seeking reliable product quality. As global demand for high-performance nutritional ingredients continues to expand, DCP remains a strategically important material for improving production efficiency and product performance.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition: Dicalcium Phosphate (CaHPO₄·2H₂O or anhydrous CaHPO₄ depending on grade)
• Purity/Grade: Feed Grade, Food Grade, Pharmaceutical Grade, Industrial Grade
• Calcium Content: Typically 22–24%
• Phosphorus Content: Typically 17–18%
• Appearance: White to off-white powder or free-flowing granules
• Odor: Odorless
• Particle Size: Available in fine powder and granular grades
• Bulk Density: Typically 0.8–1.2 g/cm³
• Moisture Content: Low moisture for improved storage stability
• Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; soluble in dilute acids
• Packaging Options: 25 kg bags, 50 kg bags, 500 kg jumbo bags, 1000 kg FIBC bulk bags, customized industrial packaging
• Shelf Life: Up to 24 months when stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated environment

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Animal feed manufacturing for poultry, livestock, aquaculture, and pet nutrition as a highly bioavailable calcium and phosphorus source.
• Food manufacturing as a nutritional fortification ingredient and food additive.
• Pharmaceutical industry for tablet formulations, mineral supplements, and nutritional products.
• Fertilizer manufacturing for phosphorus-enriched specialty formulations.
• Industrial chemical manufacturing requiring stable phosphate compounds.
• Delivers superior mineral bioavailability compared to lower-grade phosphate sources, improving nutrient utilization and production efficiency.
• Excellent flowability, low impurity levels, and consistent particle size support efficient automated processing while minimizing production downtime and material losses.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Consistent chemical composition with strict quality control for dependable manufacturing performance.
• Reliable global supply supported by scalable production capacity and stable sourcing.
• Efficient international logistics with bulk export capabilities and flexible packaging solutions.
• Competitive pricing that lowers procurement costs without compromising product quality.
• Environmentally responsible manufacturing practices supporting sustainable industrial supply chains.
• Comprehensive technical documentation available, including Certificate of Analysis (COA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS), Technical Data Sheet (TDS), and quality certification upon request.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20MT
• Loading Capacity: 25–27 MT per 20-ft container (depending on packaging and destination regulations)