Calcium Phosphate

Brief Overview
Calcium phosphate is a group of compounds containing calcium ions and phosphate ions. Calcium phosphate food grade is a type of calcium phosphate that is suitable for use in food and beverage products. It is typically derived from natural sources, such as animal bones or rock minerals, and is processed to remove impurities and ensure safety and quality. Calcium phosphate is commonly used as a nutritional supplement in foods and beverages, providing a source of calcium and phosphate that can be easily absorbed by the body. It is often added to dairy products, baked goods, and other processed foods to fortify them with these essential minerals.
Manufacturing Process
The raw materials for calcium phosphate are typically derived from natural sources such as rock minerals or animal bones. These sources must be carefully selected to ensure purity and safety. The raw materials are cleaned and processed to remove impurities and ensure quality. The processed raw materials are treated with an acid, typically hydrochloric acid, to dissolve the calcium phosphate and release it from the other components. The resulting solution is then filtered to remove any remaining impurities.The dissolved calcium phosphate is then mixed with a solution of ammonia or other alkaline substance, which causes the calcium phosphate to precipitate out of the solution in the form of a fine powder.The precipitated calcium phosphate is washed and purified to remove any remaining impurities, then dried to remove excess moisture.