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PHOSPHORUS PENTOXIDE

CAS No. 1314-56-3
Phosphorus Pentoxide

Product Features

Phosphorus Pentoxide is a chemical compound with molecular formula P4O10 (with its common name derived from its empirical formula P2O5). This white crystalline solid is the anhydride of phosphoric acid. It is a powerful desiccant and dehydrating agent.

Specification

Properties

Molecular formula P2O5
Physical Appearance White Hygroscopic Powder
Molecular Weight 141.94
Assay 99.00 % Min
Bulk Density 0.7 – 0.9 gm/cc (Approx)
Water insoluble 0.02% Max
Iron Content 20 ppm Max
Arsenic 50 ppm Max
Heavy Metal as Lead 20 ppm Max

Application

  • Phosphorus Pentoxide is a potent dehydrating agent as indicated by the exothermic nature of its hydrolysis.

Packing

Phosphorus Pentoxide is available in 50 Kg HDPE Drums in 25 Kg x 2 HM Liner Bags Packing. Also available in special customized required packing.