SHORT DESCRIPTION
Sodium hexametaphosphate, which is commonly abbreviated as SHMP, is a chemical compound with the formula (NaPO₃)₆. It is a sodium salt of polyphosphate and is composed of repeating units of phosphate ions. Sodium hexametaphosphate is extensively used in several industrial applications due to its sequestering, emulsifying, and dispersing properties.
PACKAGING TYPE
Na₆[(PO₃)₆]
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CHEMICAL NAME
Sodium hexametaphosphate
INDUSTRY
Oil and Gas
APPLICATION
IDENTIFICATION AND PROPERTIES
SYNONYMS
Graham's Salt Metaphosphoric Acid Sodium Salt Polyphosphoric Acid Sodium Salt SHMP Sodium Hexametaphosphate Sodium Hexametaphosphate Short Chain Sodium Metaphosphate Sodium Polyphosphate
MOLECULAR WEIGHT
611.77 g/mol
CAS NUMBER
68915-31-1
CHEMICAL FORMULA
Na₆[(PO₃)₆]
HS CODE
28352940.0
DENSITY
2.484 g/cm3
MELTING POINT
628 °C
BOILING POINT
1,500 °C
VISCOSITY
Not Specified
SHELF LIFE
1 years
TYPICAL PROPERTIES
Not Specified
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Product FAQs
Can Sodium Hexametaphosphate be used in the preservation of seafood?
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What is the role of Sodium Hexametaphosphate in improving water quality?
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Is Sodium Hexametaphosphate (SHMP) the same as sodium tripolyphosphate (STPP)?
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Can Sodium Hexametaphosphate (SHMP) be used in personal care products?
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Is Sodium Hexametaphosphate (SHMP) environmentally friendly?
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