Sodium Hexametaphosphate (SHMP)

Product Overview:

Identification of Substance: sodium polyphosphate

CAS #: 68915-31-1

Sodium hexametaphosphate (SHMP) is a versatile polyphosphate compound used across water treatment, food processing, and chemical manufacturing applications. It is commonly employed as a scale and corrosion inhibitor and sequestering agent in industrial and municipal water treatment, binding calcium and magnesium ions to prevent mineral deposit formation. Additionally, it serves as a food additive for texture improvement and moisture retention in meat, seafood, and dairy products. SHMP is also utilized as a dispersant in detergents and ceramics manufacturing, improving particle suspension and reducing viscosity in clay slurries. Furthermore, it finds applications in general chemical manufacturing processes requiring a soluble, food-grade polyphosphate.

Relevant identified uses: Sequestrant

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P₂O₅ Content
≥ 67.0 %

pH 1% solution
6.0 – 7.0

Water insoluble
≤ 0.15 %

Loss of Weight (4h/105^oC)
≤ 0.20 %

Loss on ignition (550^oC)
≤ 1.0 %

Chain Length
12 – 17

Residue on sieves – 1.0 mm
≤ 50 %

Residue under sieves – 1.0 mm
≤ 25 %

As
≤ 40 ppm

F
≤ 5.0 ppm

Pb
≤ 2.0 ppm

Cd
≤ 1.0 ppm

Hg
≤ 1.0 ppm

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Sodium Gluconate

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CAS #: 527-07-1

Sodium gluconate is a biodegradable chelating agent and admixture used across construction, metal finishing, and food applications. It is commonly employed as a set retarder and water reducer in concrete admixtures, improving workability and extending working time without compromising final strength. Additionally, it serves as a chelating agent in metal surface cleaning and treatment, effectively removing scale and passivating metal surfaces without the corrosivity of stronger acids. Sodium gluconate is also utilized as a food additive and stabilizer, as well as a processing aid in textile finishing operations. Furthermore, it finds applications in general chemical manufacturing processes requiring a mild, biodegradable chelating agent.

Relevant identified uses: Chemicals for various applications

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Appearance
White crystalline powder

Assay
99.0 – 102.0 %

Arsenic
≤ 2 ppm

Lead
≤ 2 ppm

Heavy metals
≤ 10 ppm

Chlorides
≤ 0.02 %

Sulfates
≤ 0.02 %

Reducing substances
≤ 0.7 %

Loss on drying
≤ 0.5 %

pH
6.5 to 8.5

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Potassium Permanganate

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CAS #: 7722-64-7

Potassium permanganate is a powerful oxidizer used extensively across municipal, industrial, and leather and textile applications. It is commonly employed in municipal and industrial water treatment for iron and manganese removal, taste and odor control, and disinfection of drinking water supplies. Additionally, it serves as an oxidizing agent for hydrogen sulfide removal and general water quality improvement in well water treatment systems. Potassium permanganate is also utilized in leather and textile processing for bleaching, acid-wash denim finishing, and controlled color fading effects. Furthermore, it finds applications in general industrial water treatment programs requiring a strong, versatile oxidizer.

Relevant identified uses:
Oxidizing agent
Laboratory chemical
Bleaching agent
Water treatment chemical
Chemicals for synthesis

Uses advised against: Do not use for products which come into direct contact with the skin

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Appearance
Dark Purple Crystalline

Potassium Permanganate (as KMnO₄)
≥ 97.5 %

Moisture
≤ 0.50 %

Chloride (as Cl)
≤ 0.10 %

Sulfate (as SO₄)
≤ 0.20 %

Nitrate (as NO₃)
≤ 0.20 %

Insoluble Matter
≤ 1.70 %

Water Tolerance Test / Pour Test
4.0 – 7.0

Bulk Density at 72^oF
90 – 100 lb/ft³

Particle Size Distribution

Retained on US Standard Sieve #40
≤ 20 %

Passing through US Standard Sieve #200
≤ 7 %

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Potassium Hydroxide 90% Flakes (Caustic Potash)

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CAS #: 1310-58-3

Caustic potash, supplied as 90% potassium hydroxide flakes, is a strong alkaline compound used across fertilizer, chemical manufacturing, metal finishing, and water treatment applications. It is commonly employed in the manufacture of liquid fertilizers, providing a soluble potassium source for fertigation and specialty crop nutrition programs. Additionally, it serves as a key raw material in soap and biodiesel production, where it catalyzes saponification and transesterification reactions. Caustic potash is also utilized as an alkaline electrolyte in battery manufacturing and as a cleaning and etching agent in metal finishing operations. Furthermore, it finds applications in industrial water treatment for pH adjustment and neutralization.

Relevant identified uses: Fertilizer

Uses advised against:
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Appearance
White Flakey

Assay
≥ 90.0 %

Carbonate (as K₂CO₃)
≤ 0.5 %

Chlorides (as Cl)
≤ 0.005 %

Sulfates (as SO₄)
≤ 0.005 %

Phosphate (as PO₄)
≤ 0.005 %

Nitrate (as N)
≤ 0.0005 %

Silicate (as SiO₃)
≤ 0.01 %

Iron (Fe)
≤ 0.0005 %

Sodium (Na)
≤ 0.5 %

Aluminum (Al)
≤ 0.002 %

Calcium (Ca)
≤ 0.005 %

Nickel (Ni)
≤ 0.0005 %

Heavy Metal (as Pb)
≤ 0.002 %

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Phosphorous Acid (99%)

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Identification of Substance: phosphonic acid

CAS #: 13598-36-2

Phosphorous acid 99% is used across fire protection, water treatment, and specialty chemical manufacturing applications. It is commonly employed as a raw material for flame retardant compounds used in coatings, plastics, and construction materials. Additionally, it serves as a precursor for phosphonate scale and corrosion inhibitors used in industrial and municipal water treatment systems. It is also utilized in agrochemical and pharmaceutical chemical synthesis requiring a concentrated reducing acid. Furthermore, it finds applications in specialty chemical manufacturing processes requiring high-purity raw materials.

Relevant identified uses: Chemicals for various applications

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Appearance
White Crystalline Powder

Content
≥ 99.0 %

Chloride
≤ 0.005 %

Phosphate
≤ 0.05 %

Sulphate
≤ 0.001 %

Iron
≤ 10 ppm

Heavy Metal (as Pb)
≤ 2 ppm

Water Solubility
Excellent

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Monoethanolamine (MEA) 99%

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CAS # 141-43-5

Monoethanolamine (MEA) at 99% purity is a widely used alkanolamine found across upstream, midstream, downstream, and construction applications. It is commonly employed in gas sweetening processes to remove carbon dioxide and hydrogen sulfide from natural gas and refinery streams, protecting downstream equipment from corrosion and meeting pipeline specifications. Additionally, it serves as a surfactant and cosmetic intermediate used in cleaning product and personal care manufacturing. MEA is also utilized as a corrosion inhibitor in process fluid formulations and as a grinding aid additive in cement and construction material manufacturing. Furthermore, it finds applications in general chemical manufacturing processes requiring a versatile alkanolamine.

Relevant identified uses:
Manufacture of computer, electronic and optical
products, electrical equipment
Electricity, steam, gas, water supply and sewage treatment
Polymer preparations and compounds
Washing and cleaning product
Textile auxiliary agents
Absorbent
Metal surface treatment
Chemical intermediate

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Physical Form
Transparent liquid

Purity MEA
≥ 99.4 %

Purity DEA
≤ 0.35 %

Moisture
≤ 0.1 %

Color (Pt-Co)
≤ 15.0 APHA

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Manganese Oxide 60%

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CAS #: 1344-43-0

Manganese oxide at 60% concentration is used across fertilizer, animal feed, water treatment, and ceramics manufacturing applications. It is commonly employed as a manganese micronutrient source in fertilizer and animal feed formulations, correcting deficiencies affecting plant and animal health. Additionally, it serves as a filter media component in water treatment systems designed for iron and manganese removal from municipal and well water supplies. Manganese oxide is also utilized as a raw material in ceramics and pigment manufacturing, contributing color and functional properties to finished products. Furthermore, it finds applications in general chemical manufacturing processes requiring a stable manganese oxide source.

Relevant identified uses:
Food additive
Agricultural chemicals
Welding and soldering product
Zinc Electrolysis

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Manganese (Mn)
60.0 – 62.0 %

Arsenic (As)
≤ 80 ppm

Lead (Pb)
≤ 80 ppm

Cadmium (Cd)
≤ 20 ppm

Manganese Oxide (MnO)
77.0 – 80.0 %

Iron (Fe)
≤ 7 %

Silica (SiO2)
≤ 6 %

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Manganese Carbonate

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CAS #: 598-62-9

Manganese carbonate is a controlled-solubility manganese compound used across animal feed, fertilizer, and chemical manufacturing applications. It is commonly employed as a manganese micronutrient source in animal feed premixes and fertilizer formulations, supporting enzyme function and photosynthesis in plants and metabolic health in livestock. Additionally, it serves as a precursor in the manufacture of manganese oxide, specialty pigments, and catalysts used in various industrial processes. Manganese carbonate is also utilized in slow-release mineral nutrition applications where controlled solubility is a formulation advantage. Furthermore, it finds applications in general chemical manufacturing processes requiring a stable manganese raw material.

Relevant identified uses:
Animal feed additive
Manufacture of substances

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Manganese (Mn)
43.5 – 44.5 %

Chloride (Cl)
≤ 0.01 %

Sulphate
≤ 0.02 %

Sodium (Na)
≤ 0.02 %

Silicon Dioxide (SiO₂)
≤ 0.04 %

Aluminum (Al)
≤ 0.05 %

Calcium (Ca)
≤ 0.05 %

Arsenic (As)
≤ 5 ppm

Lead (Pb)
≤ 5 ppm

Cadmium (Cd)
≤ 5 ppm

325 mesh sieve residue
≤ 0.30 %

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Maleic Anhydride

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Identification of Substance: 2,5-Furandione

CAS #: 108-31-6

Maleic anhydride is a key chemical intermediate used extensively across resin, coatings, and construction manufacturing. It is commonly employed in the production of unsaturated polyester resins used in fiberglass-reinforced construction, marine, and automotive applications. Additionally, it serves as a raw material for alkyd resins used in paints and coatings, contributing to gloss, durability, and weather resistance. Maleic anhydride is also utilized in the manufacture of lubricant additives that improve oxidative stability in industrial and automotive lubricants. Furthermore, it finds applications as a building block for agrochemicals and specialty copolymers used across the broader chemical manufacturing industry.

Relevant identified uses:
Chemicals for various applications

Uses advised against:
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Maleic Anhydride Content
≥ 99.5 %

Appearance
White Solid

Melting Color (Pt-Co), Hazen
≤ 25

Ignition Residue
≤ 0.005 %

Iron Ion Content
≤ 2 ppm

Crystallization Point
≥ 52.5 ^oC

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Magnesium Sulfate Anhydrous

Magnesium Sulfate Anhydrous
(Powder & Granular)

Product Overview:

Identification of Substance: magnesium sulphate

CAS #: 7487-88-9

Anhydrous magnesium sulfate is a concentrated, low-moisture source of magnesium and sulfur used across fertilizer, feed, and chemical manufacturing applications. It is commonly employed in fertilizer blends to correct magnesium and sulfur deficiencies that limit chlorophyll production and protein synthesis in crops. Additionally, it serves as a mineral supplement in animal feed formulations, supporting metabolic function and overall livestock health. Anhydrous magnesium sulfate is also utilized as an industrial drying agent, removing residual moisture from organic solvents and reaction mixtures during chemical manufacturing processes. Furthermore, it finds applications in specialty fertilizer manufacturing requiring a concentrated, low-water-content magnesium source.

Relevant identified uses:
Chemicals for various applications
Fertilizer

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Magnesium Sulfate Anhydrous Powder

Appearance
Powder

Magnesium Sulfate (MgSO₄)
≥ 98.0 %

Magnesium Oxide (MgO)
≥ 32.6 %

Magnesium (Mg)
≥ 19.6 %

Iron (fe)
≤ 0.0015 %

Chloride (Cl)
≤ 0.014 %

Heavy Metal (Pb)
≤ 0.0008 %

Arsenic (As)
≤ 0.0002 %

Magnesium Sulfate Anhydrous Granular

Appearance
White Granular

MgSO₄
≥ 98.0 %

MgO
≥ 32.6 %

Mg
≥ 19.6 %

Iron (Fe)
≤ 0.0015 %

Chloride (Cl)
≤ 0.014 %

Heavy Metal (Pb)
≤ 0.0008 %

Arsenic (AS)
≤ 0.0002 %

Particle Size
20 – 40 or 20 – 60 mesh

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Sodium Hexametaphosphate (SHMP)

Sodium Gluconate

Potassium Permanganate

Potassium Hydroxide 90% Flakes (Caustic Potash)

Phosphorous Acid (99%)

Monoethanolamine (MEA) 99%

Manganese Oxide 60%

Manganese Carbonate

Maleic Anhydride

Magnesium Sulfate Anhydrous(Powder & Granular)

Magnesium Sulfate Anhydrous
(Powder & Granular)