Sodium Hexametaphosphate (SHMP) is a high-purity inorganic compound with strong chelating properties, used as a sequestrant, stabilizer, and dispersing agent. Supplied as a fine white powder, readily soluble in water, it is suitable for a wide range of technical and—upon appropriate classification—food industry applications.
Properties and Functions:
Effective chelating agent that complexes calcium and magnesium ions
Stabilizes alkaline solutions and suspensions
Prevents precipitation and scale formation in process water
Acts as an antiscalant, buffering agent, and water softener
Compatible with various surfactant systems