Phosphorus pentoxide
Product Description
Phosphorus pentoxide (P₂O₅) delivers unmatched efficiency and reliability. As one of the most powerful dehydrating agents available, it enables precise moisture control in demanding chemical processes. Its exceptionally high purity and consistent quality make it the trusted choice for industrial, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical applications.
THESE SPECIAL FEATURES MAKE THIS PRODUCT SO SUCCESSFUL
Strong dehydrating capability
Very high purity (≥ 99.5 % P₂O₅)
Reliable performance as a key intermediate for the production of polyphosphoric acid and organic phosphates
Supplied by industrial-scale availability
THE MOST COMMON AREAS OF APPLICATION
Production of polyphosphoric acid
Synthesis of organic phosphate compounds
Pharmaceutical and vitamin manufacturing
High-performance drying agent
Catalyst preparation and activation
Molecular Formula
P2O5
Product Type
Phosphorus Specialties & Intermediates
Color
White
Delivery Form
Powder
Material number
57278078
CAS (CAS Number)
1314-56-3
Chemical synthesis
Manufacturing of vitamines
Manufacturing of pharmaceutical agents
Phosphorus pentoxide
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