Trisodium Phosphate

Trisodium phosphate is a highly water-soluble, inorganic salt composed of sodium and phosphate. It typically appears as a white crystalline or granular powder. When dissolved, it generates a strongly alkaline solution (pH 11–12), a characteristic that drives its widespread utility.

Key Applications and Industrial Uses

• Cleaning and Detergents: Acts as a heavy-duty cleaning agent, degreaser, and component in photographic developers.
• Water Treatment: Serves as a water softener, anti-scale agent, and boiler scale remover.
• Manufacturing: Used to clarify sugar, produce paper, and tan leather.
• Industrial Processing: Functions broadly as an antifreeze, emulsifier, chelating agent, soil conditioner, and texturizer.