ICL Group Dicalcium Phosphate Dihydrate (DCPD) Powder FG

ICL Group Dicalcium Phosphate Dihydrate (DCPD) Powder FG is a powdered mineral source and stabilizer suitable for ovo-lacto vegetarians. It functions as a leavening agent in food ingredients, particularly used in cake mixes, muffins, and dietary supplements.

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  • Calcium phosphate (mono-, di-, and tribasic; MCP, DCP, and TCP) is Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) under 21 CFR 182.1217 and 182.8217 as multiple purpose food additive and nutrient when used in accordance with good manufacturing practice.
  • DCPD is used as a leavening agent in bakery products with a high set temperature such as cake and muffin mixes with high sugar contents. A slightly alkaline phosphate, DCPd releases acid at 135°F to react with sodium bicarbonate late in the baking process.
  • DCPD can be used for fortification as a calcium and/or phosphorus source in a wide variety of foods and beverages.
  • Calcium Phosphates (Mono-, di-, and tribasic) are allowed as ingredients in or on processed products labeled as ‘organic’ or ‘made with organic’, according to 7 CFR 205.605(b)-U.S. National Organic Program.
  • Mono-, di- and tricalcium phosphate have specific approval as components of coatings used on food contact surfaces of packages in 21 CFR 175.300.
  • Calcium phosphate and calcium hydrogen phosphate are classified as stabilizers when migrating from food-packaging surfaces in 21 CFR 181.29.
  • Calcium Phosphate (mono-, di-, and tribasic: MCP, DCP, and TCP) is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) in animal foods under 21 CFR 582.1217 and 582.5217 as a general purpose food additive, nutrient, and dietary supplement when used in accordance with good manufacturing or feeding practices.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
White powder
Physico-Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Dicalcium Phosphate (CaHPO₂ x 2 H₂O)97 - 105%-
Molecular Weight172.09--
Loss on Ignition24.5 - 26.5%-
Arsenic Contentmax. 3mg/kg-
Lead Contentmax. 2mg/kg-
Fluoride Contentmax. 0.005%-
Nutritional Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Calories0kcal/100g-
Saturated Fat0.0g/100g-
Trans Fat0.0g/100g-
Cholesterol0.0mg/100g-
Protein0.0g/100g-
Dietary Fiber0.0g/100g-
Total Sugars0.0g/100g-
Added Sugars0.0g/100g-
Other (Organic Acids)0g/100g-
Ash75g/100g-
Moisture21g/100g-
Total Fat0.0g/100g-
Total Carbohydrates0.0g/100g-
Vitamin A0.0mcg/100g-
Vitamin C0.0mg/100g-
Vitamin D0.0mcg/100g-
Calcium23300mg/100g-
Iron0.0mg/100g-
Sodium0.0mg/100g-
Potassium0.0mg/100g-
Phosphorus18000mg/100g-
Magnesium0.0mg/100g-
Particle Size Distribution
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Sizing (USSS, Cumulative Retained on 325 Mesh)max. 2.0%Wet Method
Sizing (USSS, Retained on 200 Mesh)max. 0.5%Wet Method

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Packaging Information
  • 25 kg Multiwall bags
  • 50 lb Multiwall bags
  • 2000 lb Super sacks

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
24 months
Storage Conditions

Ambient temperatures, at low to moderate humidity.